Serving 561 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 176 Cambria Heights ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 561 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 176 Cambria Heights serves a 0.6 square mile area in Cambria Heights, NY, where most families can expect a drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located approximately 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 176 Cambria Heights ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
P.s. 176 Cambria Heights's student population of 561 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
561 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 176 Cambria Heights ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 176 Cambria Heights is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#809 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
85%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 176 Cambria Heights's ranking?
P.s. 176 Cambria Heights is ranked #809 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 176 Cambria Heights often compared to?
P.s. 176 Cambria Heightsis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 360 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 176 Cambria Heights?
561 students attend P.s. 176 Cambria Heights.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of P.s. 176 Cambria Heights students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 176 Cambria Heights?
P.s. 176 Cambria Heights has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 176 Cambria Heights offer ?
P.s. 176 Cambria Heights offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 176 Cambria Heights part of?
P.s. 176 Cambria Heights is part of New York City Geographic District #29.
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