Serving 296 students in grades 6-8, Baychester Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Baychester Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Baychester Middle School's student population of 296 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
296 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Baychester Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baychester Middle School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3996 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
35%
29%
Black
59%
16%
White
2%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baychester Middle School's ranking?
Baychester Middle School is ranked #3996 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Baychester Middle School often compared to?
Baychester Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bronx Alliance Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Baychester Middle School?
296 students attend Baychester Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Baychester Middle School students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Baychester Middle School?
Baychester Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Baychester Middle School offer ?
Baychester Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Baychester Middle School part of?
Baychester Middle School is part of New York City Geographic District #11 School District.
In what neighborhood is Baychester Middle School located?
Baychester Middle School is located in the Edenwald neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Edenwald.
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