Serving 362 students in grades 9-12, Cambria Heights Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cambria Heights Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cambria Heights Academy's student population of 362 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
362 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cambria Heights Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cambria Heights Academy is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2373 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
22%
30%
Black
63%
16%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cambria Heights Academy's ranking?
Cambria Heights Academy is ranked #2373 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Cambria Heights Academy often compared to?
Cambria Heights Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Excelsior Preparatory High School, Health Arts Robotics And Technology High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cambria Heights Academy?
The graduation rate of Cambria Heights Academy is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Cambria Heights Academy?
362 students attend Cambria Heights Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Cambria Heights Academy students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cambria Heights Academy?
Cambria Heights Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cambria Heights Academy offer ?
Cambria Heights Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Cambria Heights Academy part of?
Cambria Heights Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #29 School District.
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