Icahn Charter School 1

Icahn Charter School 1 is a standout elementary public charter school located in the Bronx, New York, serving grades K-8 with a total enrollment of 324 students. This school consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in New York state, with a statewide ranking of 32 out of 2,439 schools in the 2022-2023 school year and 228 out of 2,445 schools in the 2023-2024 school year. The school's exceptional academic performance is evident in its significantly higher proficiency rates on the New York State Assessments compared to the statewide averages, with 94.59% of 5th-grade students proficient or better in English Language Arts and 100% of 5th-grade and 8th-grade students proficient or better in math.

In addition to its strong test scores, Icahn Charter School 1 also had exceptional performance on the Regents Algebra I and Living Environment exams, with proficiency rates of 94.74% and 94.44%, respectively, compared to the statewide averages of 62.47% and 65.7%. The school's district is ranked 60 out of 865 districts in New York and is rated 5 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger. Despite serving a student population with a high percentage of free/reduced lunch recipients (89.81%), Icahn Charter School 1 is able to achieve exceptional academic outcomes, suggesting the school is effectively overcoming socioeconomic challenges and providing a high-quality education to its students.

The school's relatively high spending per student ($21,628) and low student-teacher ratio (25.5:1) indicate that Icahn Charter School 1 is allocating resources effectively to support student learning and development. The school's consistent top-ranking position among New York elementary schools over multiple years demonstrates its sustained excellence and ability to maintain a high level of performance, making it a standout educational institution in the area.