Very Good
#1276 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 27% in state
PS 176 Cambria Heights
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29
120-45 235TH ST, Cambria Heights, NY 11411
Enrollment
567
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
567
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,276 of 4,742
In Cambria Heights
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#9 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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PS 176 Cambria Heights
Elementary School in Cambria Heights · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 176 Cambria Heights
PS 176 Cambria Heights is a public elementary school in Cambria Heights, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29. PS 176 Cambria Heights serves approximately 567 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 176 Cambria Heights has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,276 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 176 Cambria Heights show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 5.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at PS 176 Cambria Heights 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
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PS 176 Cambria Heights — Students at PS 176 Cambria Heights score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
52.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.7/10.
How PS 176 Cambria Heights Compares
See how PS 176 Cambria Heights performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
120-45 235TH ST, Cambria Heights, NY 11411
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 176 Cambria Heights may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 38 ROSEDALE (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Rosedale), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CLEARSTREAM AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Valley Stream), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 132 RALPH BUNCHE (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Springfield Gardens), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cambria Heights, see our Cambria Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CAMBRIA CENTER FOR THE GIFTED CHILD Cambria Heights | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| LITTLE CHILDREN PLACE 2 INC Elmont | 0.6 mi | — |
| GORDON PARKS SCHOOL (THE) Rosedale | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| HAMZA ACADEMY Valley Stream | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| ALDEN TERRACE SCHOOL Valley Stream | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| PS 38 ROSEDALE Rosedale | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| MIDDLETONS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Laurelton | 0.9 mi | — |
| ELMONT MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL Elmont | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| PS/MS 147 RONALD MCNAIR Cambria Heights | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| ST CLARE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Rosedale | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| PS 156 LAURELTON Springfield Gardens | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| QUEENS UNITED MIDDLE SCHOOL Springfield Gardens | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| LINDEN SDA SCHOOL Laurelton | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| SHAW AVENUE SCHOOL Valley Stream | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| PS 132 RALPH BUNCHE Springfield Gardens | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| CLEARSTREAM AVENUE SCHOOL Valley Stream | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| DUTCH BROADWAY SCHOOL Elmont | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| MATH/SCIENCE RESEARCH/TECH MAGNET Cambria Heights | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| HEALTH ARTS ROBOTICS AND TECHNOLOGY HIGH SCHOOL Cambria Heights | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS AT CAMBRIA HEIGHTS Cambria Heights | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABRAHAM LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jamestown, NY | 7.4 |
| ANTHONY ALFANO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Islip, NY | 7.4 |
| CASTLETON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Castleton, NY | 7.4 |
| COBBLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Penfield, NY | 7.4 |
| EGGERT ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Orchard Park, NY | 7.4 |
| HELLENIC CLASSICAL CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 176 Cambria Heights
What grades does PS 176 Cambria Heights serve?
PS 176 Cambria Heights serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 176 Cambria Heights?
PS 176 Cambria Heights has an enrollment of approximately 567 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 176 Cambria Heights?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 176 Cambria Heights is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 176 Cambria Heights rank in NY?
PS 176 Cambria Heights ranks #1,276 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 176 Cambria Heights's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 176 Cambria Heights has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 PS 176 Cambria Heights?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 176 Cambria Heights has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 176 Cambria Heights a charter school?
No, PS 176 Cambria Heights is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 176 Cambria Heights a Title I school?
No, PS 176 Cambria Heights is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 176 Cambria Heights?
52.6% of students at PS 176 Cambria Heights 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 567
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.4%
- Phone
- (718) 525-4057
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29- District Enrollment
- 23,648
- Schools in District
- 46
- District Rank
- #9 of 46
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