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William Bryant Elem.

Elementary School · BLUE SPRINGS R-IV

1101 SE SUNNYSIDE SCHOOL RD, Blue Springs, MO 64014

Enrollment

486

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

3.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Blue Springs

#15 of 16

public schools

Missouri elementary schools

#1,122 of 1,202

In district

#19 of 20

BLUE SPRINGS R-IV

Academic performance

7.7 / 10

Very strong

About William Bryant Elem.

William Bryant Elem is a regular public elementary school located in the suburban area of Blue Springs, Missouri. Serving Jackson County, this school caters to students from kindergarten through fifth grade and has an enrollment of 486 students. With a student-teacher ratio of 15.7:1 and 31 full-time equivalent teachers, William Bryant Elem provides a supportive learning environment.

According to MySchoolScout, the school's rating is 5.4 out of 10, reflecting areas where they have room for academic growth. In Missouri’s state ranking, it stands at #1072 among 2234 schools, placing it in the 52nd percentile. Academically, William Bryant Elem scores a 7.7 out of 10 and has an ELA/Reading proficiency rate of 56% and a Math proficiency rate of 56%, indicating that more than half of its students meet or exceed state standards.

Located in a large suburban setting, William Bryant Elem is part of the community’s educational landscape, providing a nurturing environment for young learners to grow and develop.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.8Significantly Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-7.39 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47%
Reading/ELA Proficiency52%
Overall Proficiency50%
Expected (poverty-adj.)49%
vs. Expected+0.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment3.2Fair20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,399

William Bryant Elem. — Students at William Bryant Elem. score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

29%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 56.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 55.7%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
74%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
48%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
52%

* 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: 1.8/10.

How William Bryant Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
3.9/10
6th percentile in MO
Academic
7.7/10
7.7/10
Growth
1.8/10
Below average
Environment
3.2/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
29%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers

Location

1101 SE SUNNYSIDE SCHOOL RD, Blue Springs, MO 64014

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering William Bryant Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FRANKLIN SMITH ELEM. (rated 9.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SNI-A-BAR ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Grain Valley), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TIMOTHY LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Blue Springs, see our Blue Springs schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
BLUE SPRINGS SOUTH HIGH Blue Springs 0.2 mi 4.2
DANIEL YOUNG ELEM. Blue Springs 0.9 mi 5.5
JAMES WALKER ELEM. Blue Springs 0.9 mi 5.6
PLAZA HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Blue Springs 1.4 mi 6.3
ST JOHN LALANDE SCHOOL Blue Springs 1.6 mi 6.3
CORDILL-MASON ELEM. Blue Springs 1.8 mi 5.0
FRANKLIN SMITH ELEM. Blue Springs 1.5 mi 9.1
MORELAND RIDGE MIDDLE Blue Springs 1.8 mi 5.6
THOMAS J. ULTICAN ELEM. Blue Springs 1.9 mi 3.6
BLUE SPRINGS HIGH Blue Springs 2.3 mi 4.8
TIMOTHY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Blue Springs 2.7 mi 6.6
LUCY FRANKLIN ELEM. Blue Springs 2.9 mi 5.8
LIGGETT TRAIL EDUCATION CENTER Blue Springs 2.4 mi 7.6
STONY POINT ELEM. Grain Valley 2.4 mi 6.0
BRITTANY HILL MIDDLE Blue Springs 3.2 mi 6.2
GRAIN VALLEY SOUTH MIDDLE SCHL Grain Valley 2.6 mi 7.8
JAMES LEWIS ELEM. Blue Springs 3.2 mi 5.4
SNI-A-BAR ELEM. Grain Valley 2.6 mi 8.8
GRAIN VALLEY HIGH Grain Valley 2.7 mi 7.3
RAINBOW CENTER FOR COMMUNICATIVE DISORDERS Blue Springs 3.0 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 64014 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,187

Median Home Value

$233,200

Median Rent

$1,301/mo

Population

28,434

College Educated

35.5%

Homeownership

68.2%

Avg Commute

25.3 min

Poverty Rate

8.1%

Median Age

37.4

Community Profile

The community surrounding William Bryant Elem. has a median household income of $84,187. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $233,200, with a median rent of $1,301/month. The local poverty rate of 8.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
DOGWOOD ELEM. Kearney, MO 3.9
KIPP WISDOM ACADEMY St. Louis, MO 3.9
BOURBON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bourbon, MO 3.8
CENTER ELEM. Kansas City, MO 4.0
CHILLICOTHE ELEM Chillicothe, MO 3.8
FAIRMOUNT ELEM. Independence, MO 3.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about William Bryant Elem.

What grades does William Bryant Elem. serve?

William Bryant Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend William Bryant Elem.?

William Bryant Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 486 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at William Bryant Elem. is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does William Bryant Elem. rank in MO?

William Bryant Elem. is ranked #2087 out of 2,216 schools in MO.

What is William Bryant Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

William Bryant Elem. has a composite rating of 3.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at William Bryant Elem.?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, William Bryant Elem. has 56.0% math proficiency and 55.7% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is William Bryant Elem. a charter school?

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

Is William Bryant Elem. a Title I school?

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

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

29.0% of students at William 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

City Safety
High (2,686/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Blue Springs). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
486
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
29.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Jackson County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

BLUE SPRINGS R-IV
District Enrollment
14,744
Schools in District
21
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,950
District Rank
#19 of 20

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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