Best Schools in Cambria Heights, New York
9 schools · 5 Elementary · 4 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Cambria Heights by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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PS 176 Cambria Heights
Elementary · New York City Geographic District #29. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Institute for Health Professions at Cambria Heights
High · New York City Geographic District #29. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Health Arts Robotics and Technology High School
High · New York City Geographic District #29. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Cambria Heights for 2026 are PS 176 Cambria Heights (7.0/10), Institute for Health Professions at Cambria Heights (6.4/10), and Health Arts Robotics and Technology High School (6.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
9
6 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$621,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
9
6 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$621,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +6.4 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Cambria Heights schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Cambria Heights
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 rated schools; 9 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | PS 176 Cambria Heights | 7.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Institute for Health Professions at Cambria Heights | 6.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Health Arts Robotics and Technology High School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Math/science Research/tech Magnet | 5.9 / 10 |
| 5 | Ps/ms 147 Ronald Mcnair | 5.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Benjamin Franklin HS-Fin Info Tech | 5.4 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $118,393
- Median home value
- $621,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 36%
- Avg commute
- 46 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 85%
14% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Cambria Heights compares
New York rank
#368 of 473
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.4
below New York avg (6.4)
Median household income
$118k
127% of New York median
Schools in this city
7
New York City Geographic District #29 runs Cambria Heights's public schools
6 public schools. New York City Geographic District #29 is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Cambria Heights is a New York City Geographic District #29 school (6 of 6).
Among 6 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.4 to 7.0 — the spread is inside Cambria Heights, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Cambria Heights, New York
Cambria Heights, New York is home to 9 schools, including 6 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, , and 4 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Cambria Heights show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Cambria Heights is PS 176 Cambria Heights with a composite score of 7.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Cambria Heights is served by 1 school district: NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29. These districts collectively serve 23,648 students.
Cambria Heights's community shows 36% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $118,393. The poverty rate in the area is 6.0%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 567 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.0 | ||
| 2 | 413 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.6 | ||
Private Schools3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 227 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | 12 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | Word Christian AcademyPrivate 10 students · Kindergarten–8th | Not Rated | ||
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 474 students · 9th–12th | 6.4 |
| 2 | 572 students · 9th–12th | 6.3 |
| 3 | 434 students · 9th–12th | 5.9 |
| 4 | 350 students · 9th–12th | 5.4 |
Schools in Cambria Heights
Cambria Heights, New York · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$118,393
Median Home Value
$621,500
Median Rent
$1,605/mo
Population
20,501
College Educated
36%
Homeownership
85%
Avg Commute
46 min
Poverty Rate
6.0%
Community Profile
Cambria Heights has a median household income of $118,393. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $621,500, with a median rent of $1,605/month. The local poverty rate of 6.0% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 46 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New York
- Elementary
- 5
- High
- 4
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Cambria Heights, New York
How many schools are in Cambria Heights, New York?
Cambria Heights has 9 schools, including 6 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Cambria Heights, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Cambria Heights is 6.0 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Cambria Heights, New York?
The top-ranked school in Cambria Heights on MySchoolScout is PS 176 Cambria Heights with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Cambria Heights, New York?
The top-ranked elementary school in Cambria Heights on MySchoolScout is PS 176 Cambria Heights with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best high school in Cambria Heights, New York?
The top-ranked high school in Cambria Heights on MySchoolScout is Institute for Health Professions at Cambria Heights with a composite score of 6.4/10.
How many school districts serve Cambria Heights, New York?
Cambria Heights is served by 1 school district: New York City Geographic District #29.
What is the education level in Cambria Heights, New York?
According to Census data, 36% of adults in Cambria Heights have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Cambria Heights, New York?
The median household income in Cambria Heights is approximately $118,393 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Cambria Heights, New York?
Yes, Cambria Heights has 3 private schools alongside 6 public schools. The top-rated private school is Cambria Center for the Gifted Child with a score of 5.2/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Cambria Heights, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Cambria Heights is 10.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Cambria Heights, New York?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New York State Education Dept., and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.