Serving 567 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 18:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 567 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- 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 567 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
567 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
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 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#809 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
6%
30%
Black
83%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 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?
567 students attend P.s. 176 Cambria Heights.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of P.s. 176 Cambria Heights students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 176 Cambria Heights?
P.s. 176 Cambria Heights has a student ration of 18:1, 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 School District.
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