Serving 542 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cambria Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Cambria El Sch serves the northeast part of the Ebensburg, PA school district, covering an area of approximately 51.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cambria Elementary School's student population of 542 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
542 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Cambria Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cambria Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1020 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
16%
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
94%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cambria Elementary School's ranking?
Cambria Elementary School is ranked #1020 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Cambria Elementary School often compared to?
Cambria Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cambria Heights Elementary School, Jackson Elementary School, Conemaugh Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Cambria Elementary School?
542 students attend Cambria Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Cambria Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cambria Elementary School?
Cambria Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cambria Elementary School offer ?
Cambria Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cambria Elementary School part of?
Cambria Elementary School is part of Central Cambria School District.
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