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Bryant Elem.

Elementary School · INDEPENDENCE 30

827 W COLLEGE, Independence, MO 64050

Enrollment

227

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,539 of 2,221

In Independence

#20 of 35

public schools

In district

#18 of 28

INDEPENDENCE 30

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Bryant Elem.

5.4/10

Elementary School in Independence · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.8/10

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About Bryant Elem.

Bryant Elem. is a public elementary school in Independence, MO, part of INDEPENDENCE 30. Bryant Elem. serves approximately 227 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Bryant Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,539 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Bryant Elem. show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-0.83 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.5% (2025 MAP)
Reading vs. State Avg-17.8 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-2.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment3.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,302
Chronic Absenteeism22.9%

Bryant Elem. — Students at Bryant Elem. score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

74%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 54.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 50.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 31 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2024
ELA
29.5%
2025
ELA
28.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.

How Bryant Elem. Compares

See how Bryant Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
31th percentile in MO
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
74%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

827 W COLLEGE, Independence, MO 64050

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bryant Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PROCTER ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SUGAR CREEK ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Sugar Creek), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MILL CREEK ELEM. (rated 7.1/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Independence, see our Independence schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
CENTER PLACE RESTORATION SCHOOL Independence 0.1 mi 6.8
WILLIAM CHRISMAN HIGH Independence 0.9 mi 5.9
PROCTER ELEM. Independence 1.0 mi 7.8
OTT ELEM. Independence 1.1 mi 3.6
ABRAHAM MALLINSON ELEMENTARY Sugar Creek 1.2 mi 6.7
SANTA FE TRAIL ELEM. Independence 1.4 mi 4.1
SUGAR CREEK ELEM. Sugar Creek 1.4 mi 7.6
THOMAS HART BENTON ELEM. Independence 1.3 mi 5.7
MILL CREEK ELEM. Independence 2.0 mi 7.1
FAIRMOUNT ELEM. Independence 1.9 mi 2.5
KORTE ELEM. Independence 2.1 mi 4.1
VAN HORN HIGH Independnce 2.0 mi 5.2
THREE TRAILS ELEM. Independence 2.5 mi 3.7
HANTHORN EARLY EDUCATION Independence 2.3 mi
TRUMAN HIGH Independence 2.7 mi 5.0
CLIFFORD H. NOWLIN MIDDLE Independence 2.5 mi 6.2
CASSELL PARK ELEMENTARY Independence 2.7 mi 3.5
JOHN W. LUFF ELEM. Independence 3.1 mi 6.4
GLENDALE ELEM. Independence 2.7 mi 6.4
THE SCHOOLHOUSE, INC. Independence 3.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 64050 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$46,561

Median Home Value

$137,200

Median Rent

$915/mo

Population

20,528

College Educated

15%

Homeownership

49.1%

Avg Commute

23.9 min

Poverty Rate

17.4%

Median Age

42.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BILLINGS ELEM. Billings, MO 5.4
DIAMOND ELEM. Diamond, MO 5.4
GEORGE M. NULL ELEM. St. Charles, MO 5.4
MOMENTUM ACAD TOWER GROVE EAST St. Louis, MO 5.4
SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eureka, MO 5.4
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Farmington, MO 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bryant Elem.

What grades does Bryant Elem. serve?

Bryant Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Bryant Elem.?

Bryant Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 227 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bryant Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Bryant Elem. is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bryant Elem. rank in MO?

Bryant Elem. ranks #1,539 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Bryant Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Bryant Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Bryant Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bryant Elem. has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Bryant Elem. a charter school?

No, Bryant Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bryant Elem. a Title I school?

No, Bryant Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bryant Elem.?

74.0% of students at Bryant Elem. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
64 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
227
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Free/Reduced Lunch
74.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Jackson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.9%

District

INDEPENDENCE 30
District Enrollment
14,168
Schools in District
31
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,302
District Rank
#18 of 28

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