Below Average
#3622 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 68 Cambridge
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24
59-09 ST FELIX AVE, Ridgewood, NY 11385
Enrollment
475
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
475
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,622 of 4,742
In Ridgewood
#4 of 9
public schools
In district
#46 of 56
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24
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PS 68 Cambridge
Elementary School in Ridgewood · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 68 Cambridge
PS 68 Cambridge is a public elementary school in Ridgewood, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24. PS 68 Cambridge serves approximately 475 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 68 Cambridge has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,622 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 68 Cambridge show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
48% of students at PS 68 Cambridge 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 68 Cambridge — Students at PS 68 Cambridge score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.3%
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: 5.3/10.
How PS 68 Cambridge Compares
See how PS 68 Cambridge performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
59-09 ST FELIX AVE, Ridgewood, NY 11385
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 68 Cambridge may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BUSHWICK ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Brooklyn), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MATTHIAS CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 91 RICHARD ARKWRIGHT (rated 5.8/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Glendale), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Ridgewood, see our Ridgewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11385 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,365
Median Home Value
$842,800
Median Rent
$1,959/mo
Population
103,865
College Educated
34.1%
Homeownership
30.3%
Avg Commute
43.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.5%
Median Age
36.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 68 Cambridge
What grades does PS 68 Cambridge serve?
PS 68 Cambridge serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 68 Cambridge?
PS 68 Cambridge has an enrollment of approximately 475 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 68 Cambridge?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 68 Cambridge is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 68 Cambridge rank in NY?
PS 68 Cambridge ranks #3,622 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 68 Cambridge's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 68 Cambridge has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 68 Cambridge?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 68 Cambridge has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 68 Cambridge a charter school?
No, PS 68 Cambridge is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 68 Cambridge a Title I school?
No, PS 68 Cambridge is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 68 Cambridge?
82.3% of students at PS 68 Cambridge qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 475
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.2%
- Phone
- (718) 821-7246
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24- District Enrollment
- 50,843
- Schools in District
- 57
- District Rank
- #46 of 56
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