Serving 568 students in grades 6-8, Middle School 101 Edward R Byrne ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middle School 101 Edward R Byrne ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Middle School 101 Edward R Byrne's student population of 568 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
568 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
M.S. 101 - Where Knowledge Meets Opportunity
School Rankings
Middle School 101 Edward R Byrne ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Middle School 101 Edward R Byrne is 0.55, 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
#1049 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
10%
Hispanic
65%
30%
Black
11%
16%
White
11%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middle School 101 Edward R Byrne's ranking?
Middle School 101 Edward R Byrne is ranked #1049 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Middle School 101 Edward R Byrne often compared to?
Middle School 101 Edward R Byrneis often viewed alongside schools like Mott Hall Community School, Urban Institute Of Mathematics by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Middle School 101 Edward R Byrne?
568 students attend Middle School 101 Edward R Byrne.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Middle School 101 Edward R Byrne students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Middle School 101 Edward R Byrne?
Middle School 101 Edward R Byrne has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Middle School 101 Edward R Byrne offer ?
Middle School 101 Edward R Byrne offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Middle School 101 Edward R Byrne part of?
Middle School 101 Edward R Byrne is part of New York City Geographic District # 8 School District.
In what neighborhood is Middle School 101 Edward R Byrne located?
Middle School 101 Edward R Byrne is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.
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