Serving 340 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Icahn Charter School 1 ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 95% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Icahn Charter School 1 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Icahn Charter School 1's student population of 340 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
340 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Icahn Charter School 1 ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Icahn Charter School 1 is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#255 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
38%
31%
Black
58%
15%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Icahn Charter School 1's ranking?
Icahn Charter School 1 is ranked #255 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Icahn Charter School 1 often compared to?
Icahn Charter School 1is often viewed alongside schools like South Bronx Classical Charter School Ii, Success Academy Charter School-bronx 2 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Icahn Charter School 1?
340 students attend Icahn Charter School 1.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Icahn Charter School 1 students are Black, 38% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Icahn Charter School 1?
Icahn Charter School 1 has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Icahn Charter School 1 offer ?
Icahn Charter School 1 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Icahn Charter School 1 part of?
Icahn Charter School 1 is part of Icahn Charter School 1 School District.
In what neighborhood is Icahn Charter School 1 located?
Icahn Charter School 1 is located in the Morrisania neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 40 other public schools located in Morrisania.
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