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 Stats (2025)
- 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
First Day of School
Thu. Sep 4, 2025
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
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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