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#862 of 992 private schools in NY

Cambria Center for the Gifted Child

Elementary School

233-10 LINDEN BLVD, Cambria Heights, NY 11411

Private

Enrollment

227

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New York private schools

#862 of 992

In Cambria Heights

#1 of 2

public schools

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Cambria Center for the Gifted Child

5.1/10

Elementary School in Cambria Heights · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

PS 176 Cambria Heights

7.4/10

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About Cambria Center for the Gifted Child

Cambria Center for the Gifted Child is a private elementary school in Cambria Heights, NY. Cambria Center for the Gifted Child serves approximately 227 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Cambria Center for the Gifted Child has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #862 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares0.8 pts below NY schools
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

Cambria Center for the Gifted Child is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Cambria Center for the Gifted Child compares to the 6 public schools in Cambria Heights, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
This School
vs
12.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
227
This School
vs
468
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.1
This School
vs
6.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 96.5% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.8% vs 0%
White 0.4% vs 0%
Cambria Center for the Gifted Child Cambria Heights Public Avg

All Schools in Cambria Heights

School Rating
Cambria Center for the Gifted Child (this school) 5.1
PS 176 CAMBRIA HEIGHTS 7.4
PS/MS 147 RONALD MCNAIR 4.2
MATH/SCIENCE RESEARCH/TECH MAGNET 6.5
HEALTH ARTS ROBOTICS AND TECHNOLOGY HIGH SCHOOL 6.5
INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS AT CAMBRIA HEIGHTS 8.3
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN HS-FIN INFO TECH 5.4

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NY.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 3.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.5 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 7%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Enrollment 227
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in NY

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Black 96.5%
Hispanic 1.8%
Two or More 1.3%
White 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

233-10 LINDEN BLVD, Cambria Heights, NY 11411

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cambria Center for the Gifted Child may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 38 ROSEDALE (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Rosedale), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 176 CAMBRIA HEIGHTS (rated 7.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 132 RALPH BUNCHE (rated 7.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Springfield Gardens), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cambria Heights, see our Cambria Heights schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 176 CAMBRIA HEIGHTS Cambria Heights 0.4 mi 7.4
LITTLE CHILDREN PLACE 2 INC Elmont 0.4 mi
ELMONT MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL Elmont 0.7 mi 7.9
HAMZA ACADEMY Valley Stream 0.7 mi 7.2
PS/MS 147 RONALD MCNAIR Cambria Heights 0.8 mi 4.2
ALDEN TERRACE SCHOOL Valley Stream 0.8 mi 7.2
GOTHAM AVENUE SCHOOL Elmont 1.0 mi 7.2
GORDON PARKS SCHOOL (THE) Rosedale 1.2 mi 5.3
DBA THE NURTURING CENTER AND ACADEMY Queens Village 1.1 mi 4.9
DUTCH BROADWAY SCHOOL Elmont 1.0 mi 7.2
INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS AT CAMBRIA HEIGHTS Cambria Heights 1.1 mi 8.3
MATH/SCIENCE RESEARCH/TECH MAGNET Cambria Heights 1.1 mi 6.5
HEALTH ARTS ROBOTICS AND TECHNOLOGY HIGH SCHOOL Cambria Heights 1.1 mi 6.5
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN HS-FIN INFO TECH Cambria Heights 1.1 mi 5.4
PS 38 ROSEDALE Rosedale 1.4 mi 8.1
MIDDLETONS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Laurelton 1.2 mi
PS 34 JOHN HARVARD Queens Village 1.5 mi 5.7
STEPPING STONE OF SOUTHEASTERN QUEEN SCHOOL Cambria Heights 1.2 mi 4.8
SHAW AVENUE SCHOOL Valley Stream 1.4 mi 6.4
PS 132 RALPH BUNCHE Springfield Gardens 1.3 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11411 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$118,393

Median Home Value

$621,500

Median Rent

$1,605/mo

Population

20,501

College Educated

35.5%

Homeownership

84.8%

Avg Commute

46 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

46.7

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PS 36 MARGARET DOUGLAS New York, NY 5.1
PS 51 Richmond Hill, NY 5.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cambria Center for the Gifted Child

What grades does Cambria Center for the Gifted Child serve?

Cambria Center for the Gifted Child serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Cambria Center for the Gifted Child?

Cambria Center for the Gifted Child has an enrollment of approximately 227 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cambria Center for the Gifted Child?

The student-teacher ratio at Cambria Center for the Gifted Child is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Cambria Center for the Gifted Child rank in NY?

Cambria Center for the Gifted Child ranks #862 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is Cambria Center for the Gifted Child's MySchoolScout rating?

Cambria Center for the Gifted Child has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Cambria Center for the Gifted Child a private school?

Yes, Cambria Center for the Gifted Child is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Cambria Center for the Gifted Child a religious school?

No, Cambria Center for the Gifted Child is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
81 Very Walkable
Transit Score
50 Good Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
227
Gender Split
68% M / 32% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Queens County

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