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#90 of 991 private schools in NY

Top 9% of private schools

Islamic Cultural Center School

Elementary School

222 E 97TH ST, New York, NY 10029

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NY statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

138

Student-Teacher

8.6:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In New York

#31 of 118

public schools

New York elementary schools

#32 of 486

About Islamic Cultural Center School

Islamic Cultural Center School is a public elementary school located on East 97th Street in New York City, serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade. With an enrollment of 138 students and a student-to-teacher ratio of 8.6:1, the school provides a personalized educational experience. The school's setting within a large city offers a diverse community environment for its students.

While Islamic Cultural Center School currently has no test score data available, it is ranked at the 61st percentile among New York state schools with a MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and an academic score of 5.5 out of 10, indicating areas for improvement in academic performance but also room for development. The school's location in a bustling city area provides students with access to various cultural and educational resources beyond the classroom.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 138 students, Islamic Cultural Center School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 8.6:1, Islamic Cultural Center School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, Islamic Cultural Center School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Financial Overview

Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$12,016
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$11,884
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
0.99x — Tight
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
32%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$42,353

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 138 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Islamic Cultural Center School compares to 241 public schools serving similar grades in New York, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.6:1
This School
vs
11.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
138
This School
vs
426
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.8
This School
vs
6.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Asian 44.9% vs 0%
Black 31.2% vs 0%
White 16.7% vs 0%
Islamic Cultural Center School New York Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Islamic Cultural Center School (this school) 7.8
PS 198 ISADOR E IDA STRAUS 7.7
PS 77 LOWER LAB SCHOOL 6.8
PS 38 ROBERTO CLEMENTE 3.3
MS 224 MANHATTAN EAST SCHOOL FOR ARTS & ACADEMICS 8.5
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 3 6.5
PS 527 EAST SIDE SCHOOL FOR SOCIAL ACTION 6.8
DREAM CHARTER SCHOOL EAST HARLEM 5.6
EAST SIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL 7.7
CENTRAL PARK EAST II 9.3
LEXINGTON ACADEMY (THE) 5.8
EAST HARLEM SCHOLARS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL 3.8
AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL EAST HARLEM 5.7
PS 169 ROBERT F KENNEDY 7.3
PS 171 PATRICK HENRY 7.8
YORKVILLE COMMUNITY SCHOOL 8.8
EAST HARLEM SCHOLARS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL II 6.4
CENTRAL PARK EAST I 5.0
PS 146 ANN M SHORT 5.1
TAG YOUNG SCHOLARS 7.0
ESPERANZA PREPARATORY ACADEMY 5.9

Showing 20 of 241 schools. View all schools in New York

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NY.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 6.5 / 10
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio 8.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,296
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.3 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 67%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 138
View data sources

Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in NY

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Asian 44.9%
Black 31.2%
White 16.7%
Two or More 7.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

222 E 97TH ST, New York, NY 10029

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Islamic Cultural Center School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 198 ISADOR E IDA STRAUS (rated 7.7/10, 0.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is PS 77 LOWER LAB SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PS 527 EAST SIDE SCHOOL FOR SOCIAL ACTION (rated 6.8/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.5 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 198 ISADOR E IDA STRAUS New York 0.1 mi 7.7
PS 77 LOWER LAB SCHOOL New York 0.1 mi 6.8
WINDWARD SCHOOL THE - NYC New York 0.2 mi 6.7
HIGH SCHOOL FOR CLIMATE JUSTICE (THE) New York 0.2 mi 7.7
JUDITH S KAYE SCHOOL (THE) New York 0.2 mi 7.5
PS 527 EAST SIDE SCHOOL FOR SOCIAL ACTION New York 0.3 mi 6.8
PS 38 ROBERTO CLEMENTE New York 0.3 mi 3.3
EAST SIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL New York 0.3 mi 7.7
DREAM CHARTER SCHOOL EAST HARLEM New York 0.3 mi 5.6
LEXINGTON ACADEMY (THE) New York 0.4 mi 5.8
MS 224 MANHATTAN EAST SCHOOL FOR ARTS & ACADEMICS New York 0.3 mi 8.5
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 3 New York 0.3 mi 6.5
INNOVATION CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL New York 0.3 mi 5.2
EAST HARLEM SCHOOL AT EXODUS HOUSE New York 0.4 mi 7.0
PARK EAST HIGH SCHOOL New York 0.4 mi 8.3
LA SCUOLA D'ITALIA New York 0.4 mi 5.0
LASCUOLA DITALIA New York 0.4 mi 8.2
HERITAGE SCHOOL (THE) New York 0.5 mi 7.3
AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL EAST HARLEM New York 0.4 mi 5.7
CRISTO REY NEW YORK HIGH SCHOOL New York 0.5 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10029 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$38,308

Median Home Value

$818,100

Median Rent

$1,183/mo

Population

74,848

College Educated

35.7%

Homeownership

7%

Avg Commute

33.3 min

Poverty Rate

30.6%

Median Age

37.8

Community Profile

The community surrounding Islamic Cultural Center School has a median household income of $38,308. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $818,100, with a median rent of $1,183/month. The area has a poverty rate of 30.6%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BROOKLYN HEIGHTS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY 7.8
SCHOOL HOUSE East Northport, NY 7.8
STEM INSTITUTE OF MANHATTAN New York, NY 7.8
WAVERLY ACADEMY OF EMPOWERED LEARNERS (THE) Staten Island, NY 7.8
ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Albany, NY 7.7
BASHAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clayton, NY 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Islamic Cultural Center School

What grades does Islamic Cultural Center School serve?

Islamic Cultural Center School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Islamic Cultural Center School?

Islamic Cultural Center School has an enrollment of approximately 138 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Islamic Cultural Center School?

The student-teacher ratio at Islamic Cultural Center School is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Islamic Cultural Center School rank in NY?

Islamic Cultural Center School is ranked #90 out of 991 private schools in NY.

What is Islamic Cultural Center School's MySchoolScout rating?

Islamic Cultural Center School has a composite rating of 7.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Islamic Cultural Center School a private school?

Yes, Islamic Cultural Center School is a private coeducational school with a Islamic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Islamic Cultural Center School a religious school?

Islamic Cultural Center School has a Islamic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
99 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
76 Very Bikeable
City Safety
High (3,049/100K)

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
138
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Islamic
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
NEW YORK
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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