Icahn Charter School 5 vs Ps 97
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 778 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Icahn Charter School 5
Bronx · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
341 students
Ps 97
Bronx · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
578 students
| Measure | Icahn Charter School 5 Bronx, New York | Ps 97 Bronx, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1783 of 2,536 | #1581 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #33014 of 50,301 | #28637 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 341 | 578 |
| Enrollment | 341 | 578 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.1% | 84.4% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 45% |
| Math proficiency | – | 45% |
| city | Bronx | Bronx |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ps 97 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.0 vs 38.4).
- •Icahn Charter School 5 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.1% vs 84.4%).
- •Ps 97 does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 15.5).
- •Ps 97 is the larger school with 578 students compared with 341.
- •Icahn Charter School 5 is a charter school while Ps 97 is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Icahn Charter School 5 better than Ps 97?
On the Success Index (US), Ps 97 ranks higher (45.0 vs 38.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Icahn Charter School 5 and Ps 97?
About 778 m in a straight line, between Bronx and Bronx in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Icahn Charter School 5: 341. Ps 97: 578. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Icahn Charter School 5 and Ps 97 rank in New York?
Icahn Charter School 5 is 1783rd of 2,536 and Ps 97 is 1581st of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).