Cameron Independent School District is located in the central part of Milam County in Cameron, Texas and has a population of approximately 5,600. The Cameron Public School System was established in 1890. Cameron Independent School District has approximately 1610 students and occupies approximately 315 square miles.
The district provides pre-kindergarten through 12th grade programs. The district operates four schools, all of which are accredited by the Texas Education Agency. All of the schools are located within the city limits of Cameron. The Temple College Cameron Education Center provides dual-credit to C.H. Yoe High School students.
The district is very diverse, both ethnically and economically. Cameron schools have the Yoeman pride developed through very successful academics, athletics, band, and UIL literary programs.
The communities’ commitment to the students of Cameron ISD is evidence by the recent building of new facilities: including a new gymnasium, elementary and high school campuses. C.H Yoe High School is considered a “state of the art” facility. The new Performing Arts Center seats over 800 and hosts many local and regional functions. A new softball stadium hosts the Lady Yoeman. Cameron Junior High encompasses a new Agricultural Complex for its students. Widespread community support is manifested in active booster clubs and parental programs. In the school district, community pride and high expectations for a quality education serve as driving forces in the districts quest for excellence. The board is focused on the future and on district excellence.