Serving 332 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Icahn Charter School 5 ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). 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 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- 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 332 students has stayed relatively flat 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
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
332 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Icahn Charter School 5 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 5 is 0.59, 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
#415 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
31%
30%
Black
56%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Icahn Charter School 5's ranking?
Icahn Charter School 5 is ranked #415 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% 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?
332 students attend Icahn Charter School 5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Icahn Charter School 5 students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 2% 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 13:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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
4 4/20/2021
I love the school because it gives good education and the teachers pay attention to the students but the school is a bit script it gives extra homework but other than that I like that school.
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