Excellent
#94 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 2% in state
Icahn Charter School 3
Elementary School · ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 3
1500 PELHAM PKWY S, Bronx, NY 10461
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#94 of 4,742
In Bronx
#4 of 452
public schools
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Icahn Charter School 3
Elementary School in Bronx · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Icahn Charter School 3
Icahn Charter School 3 is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 3. Icahn Charter School 3 serves approximately 334 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Icahn Charter School 3 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #94 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Icahn Charter School 3 show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Icahn Charter School 3 is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Icahn Charter School 3 — Students at Icahn Charter School 3 score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How Icahn Charter School 3 Compares
See how Icahn Charter School 3 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1500 PELHAM PKWY S, Bronx, NY 10461
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Icahn Charter School 3 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 4 (rated 8.9/10), with a very similar rating. Another option is ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 5 (rated 8.6/10), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PS 108 PHILIP J ABINANTI (rated 7.3/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 4 Bronx | 0.0 mi | 8.9 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 5 Bronx | 0.0 mi | 8.6 |
| PS 97 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| JHS 144 MICHELANGELO Bronx | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| PELHAM GARDENS MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BETTER LEARNING II Bronx | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| OUR SAVIOUR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 108 PHILIP J ABINANTI Bronx | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| ST THERESA SCHOOL Bronx | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 121 THROOP Bronx | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| ST CATHARINE ACADEMY Bronx | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| PS 721 STEPHEN MCSWEENEY SCHOOL Bronx | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| ST CLARES SCHOOL Bronx | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| NEW YORK INSTITUTE FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION Bronx | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| GREEK AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF NEW YORK Bronx | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| PS 12 LEWIS AND CLARK SCHOOL Bronx | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| HERBERT H LEHMAN HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| RENAISSANCE HIGH SCHOOL FOR MUSICAL THEATER AND THE ARTS Bronx | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| WESTCHESTER SQUARE ACADEMY Bronx | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10461 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,023
Median Home Value
$640,400
Median Rent
$1,741/mo
Population
50,900
College Educated
27.4%
Homeownership
31.4%
Avg Commute
42 min
Poverty Rate
16.8%
Median Age
38.5
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| BERRY HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syosset, NY | 9.0 |
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| PS 39 HENRY BRISTOW Brooklyn, NY | 9.0 |
| SEAFORD MANOR SCHOOL Seaford, NY | 9.0 |
| WILLIAM S COVERT SCHOOL South Hempstead, NY | 9.0 |
| ACADEMY OF TALENTED SCHOLARS (THE) Brooklyn, NY | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Icahn Charter School 3
What grades does Icahn Charter School 3 serve?
Icahn Charter School 3 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Icahn Charter School 3?
Icahn Charter School 3 has an enrollment of approximately 334 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Icahn Charter School 3?
The student-teacher ratio at Icahn Charter School 3 is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Icahn Charter School 3 rank in NY?
Icahn Charter School 3 ranks #94 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Icahn Charter School 3's MySchoolScout rating?
Icahn Charter School 3 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Icahn Charter School 3?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Icahn Charter School 3 has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Icahn Charter School 3 a charter school?
Yes, Icahn Charter School 3 is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Icahn Charter School 3 a Title I school?
No, Icahn Charter School 3 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Icahn Charter School 3?
70.4% of students at Icahn Charter School 3 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 334
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.3%
- Phone
- (718) 828-0034
Resources & Links
District
ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 3- District Enrollment
- 334
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,506
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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