Inwood Academy for Leadership Charter School

Inwood Academy for Leadership Charter School serves students from grades 5 through 12 in Manhattan, emphasizing community-focused leadership, character development, and college preparedness. The school is known for its family-like atmosphere and personalized attention, with parents expressing very high satisfaction with the education and teachers. It demonstrates a strong commitment to college readiness, with a high percentage of graduates enrolling in higher education, well above the citywide median. The school also boasts a very low suspension rate and a high rate of accelerated coursework, well above the citywide 75th percentile. However, academic proficiency in ELA is a concern, falling below the citywide 25th percentile, and math proficiency is below the citywide median. Several Regents exam pass rates, particularly in Geometry, Algebra I, and some sciences, are notably low. Student feedback indicates some concerns regarding the fair resolution of conflicts and the prevalence of bullying and physical altercations. The school serves a diverse student body with a high proportion of English Language Learners and students with disabilities, reflecting its commitment to equity.