Camden High School vs University High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New Jersey, United States, 115 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Camden High School
Camden · Public high · Grades 9–12
425 students
University High School
Newark · Public high · Grades 8–12
426 students
| Measure | Camden High School Camden, New Jersey | University High School Newark, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #305 of 357 | #323 of 357 |
| National rank | #14338 of 16,910 | #15004 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 8–12 |
| Students | 425 | 426 |
| Enrollment | 425 | 426 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.4% | 82.2% |
| Students per teacher | 9.0 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 2.5% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 0.5% | 6% |
| city | Camden | Newark |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Camden High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (25.2 vs 21.7).
- •University High School does better on math proficiency (6% vs 0.5%).
- •University High School does better on reading proficiency (28% vs 2.5%).
- •Camden High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.4% vs 82.2%).
- •Camden High School does better on students per teacher (9.0 vs 11.8).
- •University High School is the larger school with 426 students compared with 425.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Camden High School better than University High School?
On the Success Index (US), Camden High School ranks higher (25.2 vs 21.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Camden High School and University High School?
About 115 km in a straight line, between Camden and Newark in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Camden High School: 425. University High School: 426. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Camden High School and University High School rank in New Jersey?
Camden High School is 305th of 357 and University High School is 323rd of 357 among high schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).