Serving 344 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Icahn Charter School 5 ranks in the top 20% 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 74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Icahn Charter School 5 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Icahn Charter School 5's student population of 344 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
344 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Icahn Charter School 5 ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Icahn Charter School 5 is 0.61, 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
#757 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
32%
29%
Black
53%
16%
White
4%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
3%
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 5's ranking?
Icahn Charter School 5 is ranked #757 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Icahn Charter School 5 often compared to?
Icahn Charter School 5is often viewed alongside schools like Icahn Charter School 4 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Icahn Charter School 5?
344 students attend Icahn Charter School 5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Icahn Charter School 5 students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 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 5?
Icahn Charter School 5 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Icahn Charter School 5 offer ?
Icahn Charter School 5 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Icahn Charter School 5 part of?
Icahn Charter School 5 is part of Icahn Charter School 5 School District.
In what neighborhood is Icahn Charter School 5 located?
Icahn Charter School 5 is located in the Morris Park neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Morris Park.
School Reviews
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