Located in the heart of Manhattan, the Islamic Cultural Center School is an independent, Islamic, coeducational school that serves children ages 3 to 14.
We nurture children's innate humanity and love for learning, fostering ethical, balanced, life-long thinkers who strive for a just and harmonious world for all.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 162 students
- Yearly Tuition: $12,900
- Acceptance rate: 50%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Jun. 30 / Aug. 15
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
2011
Summer School Offered
Yes
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 26, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
162 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
82%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
75%
Average Class Size
12 students
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Khaki pants and long sleeve blue polos
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jun. 30 / Aug. 15
Yearly Tuition Cost
$12,900
Tuition Notes
Reflecting the inclusive spirit of Islam, we offer a sliding-scale tuition program that provides fair and personalized rates based on family income. The full tuition for Middle School is $14900. The full tuition for Elementary School is $12900.
Acceptance Rate
50%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Rouba Dabbagh
Admissions Associate
Saida Toumi
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
School Notes
- The Islamic Cultural Center School is an independent, Islamic, coeducational school that serves children ages 3 to 14. We nurture children's innate humanity and love for learning, fostering ethical, balanced, life-long thinkers who strive for a just and harmonious world for all.
- At the Islamic Cultural Center School, we cultivate a compassionate community in a worldly learning environment where children thrive. We offer dynamic, inclusive, and holistic education, grounded in the Islamic values of:Pursuit of knowledge: We nurture a passion for lifelong learning and intellectual and spiritual curiosity.Cultivating morality: We model and promote honesty, integrity, and justice in all actions.
- Service and community building: We prepare students for meaningful and active engagement in serving their local and global communities.
- Nurturing leadership: We support students to grow into compassionate, responsible, and accountable leaders.
- Striving for excellence: We promote achieving excellence while maintaining balance in all aspects of life.
- Reflecting the inclusive spirit of Islam, we offer a sliding-scale tuition program that provides fair and personalized rates based on family income. Families are required to complete an application through FACTS Grant & Aid Assessment, which evaluates tuition eligibility by reviewing tax returns and other financial information to determine the appropriate tuition rate.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Islamic Cultural Center School cost?
Islamic Cultural Center School's tuition is approximately $12,900 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Islamic Cultural Center School?
The acceptance rate of Islamic Cultural Center School is 50%, which is lower than the national average of 74%.
What sports does Islamic Cultural Center School offer?
Islamic Cultural Center School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Badminton, Basketball, Gymnastics, Mountaineering, Soccer, Volleyball and Winter Track.
When is the application deadline for Islamic Cultural Center School?
The application deadline for Islamic Cultural Center School is Jun. 30 / Aug. 15.
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