Serving 341 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 16:1 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 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- 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 341 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
341 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 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 0.60, 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
#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
16:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
10%
Hispanic
29%
31%
Black
56%
15%
White
2%
39%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 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?
341 students attend Icahn Charter School 5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Icahn Charter School 5 students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Icahn Charter School 5?
Icahn Charter School 5 has a student ration of 16:1, 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.
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