Cambria Center For The Gifted Child
Cambria Center's mission is to nurture, motivate and challenge gifted students to reach their potential intellectually, artistically, emotionally and socially.
We believe that if given the right environment, a child will reach new heights.
If given the tools, the proper community support and beliefs in self, all children will excel.
We believe in exposing our students to more than the basics and, therefore, offer an excellent academic program.
Our students are exposed to various arts to bring our creativity.
The cultures we expose our children to help develop pride within them, while understanding diversity.
We are preparing our students to be the leaders of tomorrow.
The program we offer also aims to teach them to be socially conscious and to give service to their community.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Cambria Center For The Gifted Child ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
278 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
14 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Architecture, Art, Chess, Drama, Modern Dance
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Cello, Drums, Piano, Steel Pan, Violin
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Ballet, karate, Track and Field
Architecture, Art, Chess, Drama, Modern Dance
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Cello, Drums, Piano, Steel Pan, Violin
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Ballet, karate, Track and Field
School Notes
- Cambria Center's mission is to nurture, motivate and challenge gifted students to reach their potential intellectually, artistically, emotionally and socially. We believe that if given the right environment, a child will reach new heights. If given the tools, the proper community support and beliefs in self, all children will excel. We believe in exposing our students to more than the basics and, therefore, offer an excellent academic program. Our students are exposed to various arts to bring our creativity. The cultures we expose our children to help develop pride within them, while understanding diversity. We are preparing our students to be the leaders of tomorrow. The program we offer also aims to teach them to be socially conscious and to give service to their community.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Cambria Center For The Gifted Child offer?
Cambria Center For The Gifted Child offers 4 interscholastic sports: Ballet, Dance, Martial Arts and Track and Field.
When is the application deadline for Cambria Center For The Gifted Child?
The application deadline for Cambria Center For The Gifted Child is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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