Baychester Middle School

Baychester Middle School in the Bronx serves grades 6-8, aiming to develop well-rounded scholars through critical thinking. Parents generally express high satisfaction with the school, describing teachers as caring and supportive, and the academic workload as manageable. The school is known for its vibrant extracurricular offerings, including monthly incentives, field trips, Broadway shows, and a variety of after-school clubs. A notable strength is its robust theater program, which is a required core subject for sixth graders and stages regular productions. The school also offers a morning sports program with boxing and other athletic activities. Academically, the school's ELA proficiency is just above the citywide 25th percentile, while math proficiency is below the 25th percentile, indicating areas for growth compared to citywide averages. While the faculty's instruction is rated as fair, parent engagement and positive sentiment regarding the school's overall environment are strong. Student survey data, however, indicates some concerns regarding student-on-student harassment and physical altercations.