Icahn Charter School 3

Icahn Charter School 3 is a standout public charter elementary school (K-8) located in the Bronx, New York, part of the Icahn Charter School 3 district. With a total enrollment of 330 students, the school has consistently ranked in the top 5% of New York elementary schools over the past three years, earning a statewide ranking of 165 out of 2,445 schools in the 2023-2024 school year.

Icahn Charter School 3 demonstrates exceptional academic performance, with significantly higher proficiency rates on New York State Assessments compared to statewide averages, particularly in English Language Arts and Mathematics. The school also boasts a 100% proficiency rate on the Regents Exams for Living Environment and Algebra I, far surpassing the statewide averages. These strong academic results are achieved despite the school having a high percentage (70%) of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, suggesting the school is effectively supporting the needs of its economically disadvantaged student population.

The school's success can be attributed to its efficient resource allocation, with a relatively high spending per student ($19,263) and a low student-teacher ratio of 12.6. These factors likely contribute to the school's ability to provide a high-quality education and support student learning. The Icahn Charter School 3 district is also highly ranked, at 51 out of 865 districts in New York, with a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger, further highlighting the excellence of the educational environment in this area.