INWOOD ACADEMY FOR LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL

INWOOD ACADEMY FOR LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the INWOOD ACADEMY FOR LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL school district, located in NEW YORK, NY with about 892 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 54 teachers, INWOOD ACADEMY FOR LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

INWOOD ACADEMY FOR LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL (IAL), located in the Inwood neighborhood of Upper Manhattan, is a tuition-free public charter school serving students in grades 5 through 12. Founded with a mission to empower students from the local community, the school focuses on closing the achievement gap by combining rigorous academic preparation with a strong emphasis on character development and leadership. The school operates on the belief that all students, regardless of their background, can achieve college success if provided with high expectations and a supportive, structured environment.

The school’s pedagogical approach is deeply rooted in its "Leadership" focus, integrating social-emotional learning and community service into the daily curriculum. By fostering a culture of accountability and civic responsibility, IAL aims to prepare its scholars not just for college graduation, but to become active, positive contributors to their local neighborhoods and the broader society. Their comprehensive program includes extended school days, small class sizes, and a dedicated college counseling department designed to navigate the complexities of higher education access for students, many of whom are the first in their families to pursue a degree.

For more information, contact INWOOD ACADEMY FOR LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL at (212) 304-0103 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.