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#436 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 9% in state

Cambria Heights Academy

High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29

188-04 91ST AVE, Hollis, NY 11423

Enrollment

362

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

8.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#436 of 4,742

In Hollis

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 46

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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8.3/10

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About Cambria Heights Academy

Cambria Heights Academy is a public high school in Hollis, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29. Cambria Heights Academy serves approximately 362 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Cambria Heights Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #436 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Cambria Heights Academy show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2021) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2021).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.0
  • NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

45% of students at Cambria Heights Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.9Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+3.5 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2021
TrendImproving
Academics8.6Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency64.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency68% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+25.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
College Readiness8.8Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation59.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1
Chronic Absenteeism44.5%

Cambria Heights Academy — Students at Cambria Heights Academy score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

77.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 73.2% (multi-year average, 2013-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 77.6% (multi-year average, 2013-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2013
Math
7.5%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2018
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2019
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
64.5%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
64.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.

How Cambria Heights Academy Compares

See how Cambria Heights Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
91th percentile in NY
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
9.9/10
Excellent
Environment
5.1/10
Average
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
78%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
44.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
59.4% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses3 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

188-04 91ST AVE, Hollis, NY 11423

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cambria Heights Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. THE MARY LOUIS ACADEMY (rated 6.5/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Jamaica), a more accessible option. Another option is YORK EARLY COLLEGE ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Jamaica), a more accessible option. Additionally, PATHWAYS COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL: A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Saint Albans), a more accessible option. For more schools in Hollis, see our Hollis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
THE WELLSPRING SCHOOLS Hollis 0.1 mi 6.3
PS 35 NATHANIEL WOODHULL Hollis 0.2 mi 6.2
IS 238 SUSAN B ANTHONY ACADEMY Hollis 0.5 mi 5.5
PS 118 LORRAINE HANSBERRY Saint Albans 0.6 mi 5.2
SUMMIT SCHOOL Jamaica 0.7 mi 7.5
PS 95 EASTWOOD Jamaica 0.6 mi 8.1
PS/IS 178 HOLLISWOOD Jamaica 0.9 mi 5.1
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Jamaica 0.8 mi 5.4
PS/IS 268 Jamaica 0.8 mi 5.5
PS/IS 116 WILLIAM C HUGHLEY Jamaica 0.9 mi 4.9
THE MARY LOUIS ACADEMY Jamaica 0.8 mi 6.5
BELLAIRE SCHOOL (THE) Queens Village 0.9 mi 4.9
PS 134 HOLLIS Hollis 0.9 mi 5.0
PS 360 Saint Albans 1.0 mi 3.8
IS 192 LINDEN (THE) Saint Albans 1.0 mi 5.4
PATHWAYS COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL: A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL Saint Albans 1.0 mi 5.1
UNITED NATIONS INTL SCHOOL Jamaica 1.1 mi 7.3
EMERSON SCHOOL (THE) Jamaica 1.3 mi 5.6
YORK EARLY COLLEGE ACADEMY Jamaica 1.3 mi 6.3
SUMMIT SCHOOL Fresh Meadows 1.3 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11423 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,870

Median Home Value

$717,300

Median Rent

$1,706/mo

Population

29,105

College Educated

34.3%

Homeownership

57.4%

Avg Commute

45.7 min

Poverty Rate

10.5%

Median Age

43.9

Similar Schools

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School Rating
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CORINTH HIGH SCHOOL Corinth, NY 8.3
DENZEL WASHINGTON SCHOOL-ARTS Mount Vernon, NY 8.3
FRANKLINVILLE JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Franklinville, NY 8.3
INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS AT CAMBRIA HEIGHTS Cambria Heights, NY 8.3
LANSING HIGH SCHOOL Lansing, NY 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cambria Heights Academy

What grades does Cambria Heights Academy serve?

Cambria Heights Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Cambria Heights Academy?

Cambria Heights Academy has an enrollment of approximately 362 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cambria Heights Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Cambria Heights Academy is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cambria Heights Academy rank in NY?

Cambria Heights Academy ranks #436 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Cambria Heights Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Cambria Heights Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Cambria Heights Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cambria Heights Academy has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2021) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2021).

Is Cambria Heights Academy a charter school?

No, Cambria Heights Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cambria Heights Academy a Title I school?

No, Cambria Heights Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cambria Heights Academy?

77.9% of students at Cambria Heights Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
84 Very Walkable
Transit Score
95 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
362
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
77.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Queens County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
44.5%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

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