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A tuition-free public charter school serving grades K–12

More knowledge. More experiences. More possibilities.

At Inwood Academy, students are known, challenged, and prepared to lead—from their first day of kindergarten through college and beyond.

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Belong. Grow. Lead.

Students do more at Inwood

A clear path from strong foundations to a confident future.

93%

high school graduation rate

IAL graduates, 2026
82%

passed Algebra I in 8th grade

Getting a head start on high school
72%

college persistence rate

Continuing toward a degree
62%

of first graders grew two grade levels in math

Building momentum early

Why families choose Inwood

A school experience designed to expand what students know—and what they believe is possible.

01

Knowledge that builds

Students learn through a coherent, knowledge-rich curriculum and explicit instruction that helps every child access challenging work.

02

The world as a classroom

Museums, performances, college visits, travel, internships, and cultural experiences turn learning into lasting knowledge.

03

Leadership with purpose

Students develop voice, character, and confidence through service, athletics, presentations, and authentic opportunities to lead.

04

One connected K–12 community

Shared values, consistent support, and strong relationships create a place where students and families are truly known.

Learning beyond the classroom

The world is part of our curriculum.

We build students’ background knowledge through experiences that connect classroom learning to New York City and the world beyond it.

  • Explore museums, landmarks, colleges, and cultural institutions
  • Experience travel, athletics, performances, and enrichment
  • Lead through internships, service, and public presentations
See the student journey

Our promise to every student

Belong. Grow. Lead.

Belong

Be known, supported, and valued in a close-knit school community.

Grow

Build knowledge, skills, and independence through ambitious learning.

Lead

Use your voice, character, and talents to make a difference.

One community. One journey.

Growing from kindergarten to graduation.

At every stage, students gain stronger foundations, broader experiences, and greater ownership of their future.

Two Inwood Academy graduates in caps and gowns
K–5

Build the foundation

Joyful, explicit instruction develops strong readers, thinkers, mathematicians, and community members.

6–8

Discover new possibilities

Students deepen knowledge, explore their interests, and can begin high-school-level coursework.

9–12

Prepare for what comes next

College counseling, internships, advanced coursework, athletics, and leadership turn goals into plans.

At Inwood, students are not asked to choose between being challenged and being cared for. They experience both.

The Inwood Academy difference

Your child’s journey can start here.

Come see what makes Inwood different.

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2027-28

Applications are now open!

Grades K-12


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