Serving 529 students in grades Kindergarten-5, William Bryant Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 529 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William Bryant Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
William Bryant Elementary School's student population of 529 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
529 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
William Bryant Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William Bryant Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#300 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
11%
15%
White
69%
67%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bobcat
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Bryant Elementary School's ranking?
William Bryant Elementary School is ranked #300 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are William Bryant Elementary School often compared to?
William Bryant Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James Walker Elementary School 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 40% MO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend William Bryant Elementary School?
529 students attend William Bryant Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of William Bryant Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William Bryant Elementary School?
William Bryant Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does William Bryant Elementary School offer ?
William Bryant Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William Bryant Elementary School part of?
William Bryant Elementary School is part of Blue Springs R-IV School District.
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