ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 1

ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 1 is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 1 school district, located in BRONX, NY with about 329 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 26 teachers, ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 1 has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 1, located in the Morrisania section of the Bronx, is the flagship institution of the Icahn Charter Schools network. Founded with a commitment to academic excellence, the school serves students in grades K–8 within a structured, data-driven educational environment. Its mission is centered on the belief that all children, regardless of their socioeconomic background, can achieve high academic standards if provided with a rigorous curriculum, individualized attention, and a supportive school culture.

The school is well-known for its emphasis on core subjects such as English Language Arts and Mathematics, utilizing a curriculum that aims to prepare students for success in competitive high schools. Beyond its academic focus, ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 1 incorporates the "Core Knowledge" sequence, which emphasizes a broad base of historical and cultural literacy. By maintaining smaller class sizes and fostering strong partnerships with families, the school strives to cultivate both high achievement and character development, consistently ranking as one of the top-performing charter schools in the New York City area.

For more information, contact ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 1 at (718) 716-8105 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.