Very Good

#91 of 992 private schools in NY

Top 9% of private schools

Islamic Cultural Center School

Elementary School

222 E 97TH ST, New York, NY 10029

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

138

Student-Teacher

8.6:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

138

Student-Teacher

8.6:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New York private schools

#91 of 992

In New York

#31 of 118

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About Islamic Cultural Center School

Islamic Cultural Center School is a private elementary school in New York, NY. Islamic Cultural Center School serves approximately 138 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Islamic Cultural Center School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #91 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares1.9 pts above NY schools

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This school 7.8 · Very Good
NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 138 students, Islamic Cultural Center School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 8.6:1 students to teachers, Islamic Cultural Center School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Islamic Cultural Center School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

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

11.8:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

138

This School

426

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.8

This School

6.3

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	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Islamic Cultural Center School (this school)	—	138	8.6:1	7.8
PS 198 ISADOR E IDA STRAUS	0.1 mi	515	14.3:1	8.2
PS 77 LOWER LAB SCHOOL	0.1 mi	368	19.4:1	8.2
PS 38 ROBERTO CLEMENTE	0.3 mi	223	13.9:1	2.7
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 3	0.3 mi	656	—:1	8.2
MS 224 MANHATTAN EAST SCHOOL FOR ARTS & ACADEMICS	0.3 mi	181	12.9:1	5.8
PS 527 EAST SIDE SCHOOL FOR SOCIAL ACTION	0.3 mi	389	13.4:1	7.9
DREAM CHARTER SCHOOL EAST HARLEM	0.3 mi	992	24.8:1	5.1
EAST SIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL	0.3 mi	427	13.3:1	8.8
CENTRAL PARK EAST II	0.4 mi	422	7.2:1	5.5
LEXINGTON ACADEMY (THE)	0.4 mi	482	11:1	3.2
EAST HARLEM SCHOLARS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL	0.4 mi	897	14.7:1	4.7
AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL EAST HARLEM	0.4 mi	312	14.2:1	4.3
PS 169 ROBERT F KENNEDY	0.5 mi	354	4.5:1	3.8
PS 171 PATRICK HENRY	0.5 mi	774	18:1	8.3
YORKVILLE COMMUNITY SCHOOL	0.5 mi	344	12.3:1	8.5
CENTRAL PARK EAST I	0.6 mi	156	14.2:1	6.6
EAST HARLEM SCHOLARS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL II	0.6 mi	400	11.4:1	6.1
PS 146 ANN M SHORT	0.6 mi	326	9.3:1	5.9
TAG YOUNG SCHOLARS	0.6 mi	550	19:1	8.3
ESPERANZA PREPARATORY ACADEMY	0.6 mi	536	8.5:1	4.9

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

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

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

B+ 6.5 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.6:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 8.2 / 10

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School Day Length 7.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,296

Diversity & Inclusion

A 9.3 / 10

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Diversity Index 67%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 138

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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 8.2/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 77 LOWER LAB SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 3 (rated 8.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
PS 198 ISADOR E IDA STRAUS New York	0.1 mi	515	8.2
PS 77 LOWER LAB SCHOOL New York	0.1 mi	368	8.2
WINDWARD SCHOOL THE - NYC New York	0.2 mi	340	6.7
HIGH SCHOOL FOR CLIMATE JUSTICE (THE) New York	0.2 mi	325	7.3
JUDITH S KAYE SCHOOL (THE) New York	0.2 mi	165	7.3
PS 527 EAST SIDE SCHOOL FOR SOCIAL ACTION New York	0.3 mi	389	7.9
PS 38 ROBERTO CLEMENTE New York	0.3 mi	223	2.7
EAST SIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	427	8.8
DREAM CHARTER SCHOOL EAST HARLEM New York	0.3 mi	992	5.1
LEXINGTON ACADEMY (THE) New York	0.4 mi	482	3.2
MS 224 MANHATTAN EAST SCHOOL FOR ARTS & ACADEMICS New York	0.3 mi	181	5.8
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 3 New York	0.3 mi	656	8.2
INNOVATION CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	409	6.6
EAST HARLEM SCHOOL AT EXODUS HOUSE New York	0.4 mi	122	7.0
PARK EAST HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.4 mi	384	8.5
LA SCUOLA D'ITALIA New York	0.4 mi	110	5.0
LASCUOLA DITALIA New York	0.4 mi	111	8.2
HERITAGE SCHOOL (THE) New York	0.5 mi	256	7.6
AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL EAST HARLEM New York	0.4 mi	312	4.3
CRISTO REY NEW YORK HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.5 mi	386	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

Avg Commute

33.3 min

Poverty Rate

30.6%

Median Age

37.8

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ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Albany, NY	160	7.8
BROOKLYN HEIGHTS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY	152	7.8
CIVIC SCHOOL OF BAYSIDE HILLS (THE) Bayside, NY	134	7.8
LOCUST SCHOOL Garden City, NY	159	7.8
SCHOOL HOUSE East Northport, NY	97	7.8
ALDEN PLACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Millbrook, NY	181	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 ranks #91 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is Islamic Cultural Center School's MySchoolScout rating?

Islamic Cultural Center School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; 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

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 County
Phone: (646) 589-3920

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