Central Queens Academy Charter School

Central Queens Academy Charter School is a tuition-free, public school serving students in Elmhurst, New York. Founded in 2012, the school offers a middle school program and expanded to include an elementary program in 2021. With 73 employees and $10.1 million in revenue, CQA is committed to providing a high-quality education to students in the community. CQA focuses on improving academic and life outcomes for English Language Learners and recent immigrant populations. The school serves a diverse student body representing nearly 30 different nations, with a majority of students coming from low-income households. Approximately 80% of students are first-generation college hopefuls. Central Queens Academy prides itself on its highly-ranked academic performance. The school has consistently been recognized as the highest-performing charter middle school in Queens since 2014 and ranks among the top middle schools in New York State. For more information about Central Queens Academy Charter School, visit www.centralqueensacademy.org.