M.S. X101 Edward R. Byrne

M.S. X101 Edward R. Byrne, located in a pleasant residential neighborhood in Throgs Neck, offers a rigorous and well-rounded middle school education for grades 6-8. The school emphasizes strong academics, with both ELA and Math proficiency rates notably above the citywide median, and a high percentage of students engaging in accelerated coursework, also well above the citywide median. Eighth-grade students have opportunities to take Regents-level courses in subjects like English, Biology, and Algebra, preparing them for high school. Parents generally express high satisfaction, praising the dedicated teachers and staff, and the school's commitment to a challenging yet appropriate curriculum. The school is known for its diverse extracurricular offerings, including various sports teams, a debate team, coding club, and drama club, enhanced by partnerships with community organizations. While the school fosters a nurturing environment, some student feedback indicates concerns regarding fairness in conflict resolution and instances of bullying. The school shares its building with other schools, and a minor logistical point noted by some is the absence of lockers.