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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

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,452 of 2,221

In Blue Springs

#12 of 16

public schools

In district

#15 of 20

BLUE SPRINGS R-IV

Academic performance

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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William Bryant Elem.

5.6/10

Elementary School in Blue Springs · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.0/10

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About William Bryant Elem.

William Bryant Elem. is a public elementary school in Blue Springs, MO, part of BLUE SPRINGS R-IV. William Bryant Elem. serves approximately 486 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. William Bryant Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,452 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for William Bryant Elem. show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 7.2
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-2.23 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52.3% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52.8% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+4.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.5 pts
Overall Proficiency53% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+0.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile65th
Resources & Environment5.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,950
Chronic Absenteeism11.5%

William Bryant Elem. — Students at William Bryant Elem. score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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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 MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 64.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 60.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 40 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
67%
ELA
56%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2017
Math
73%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
74%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
74%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
48%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
48%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2024
Math
55.6%
ELA
54%
2025
Math
52.3%
ELA
52.8%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How William Bryant Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
5.6/10
35th percentile in MO
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
5.3/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
29%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.5%

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

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 9.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JAMES LEWIS ELEM. (rated 9.2/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JAMES WALKER ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 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 7.0
DANIEL YOUNG ELEM. Blue Springs 0.9 mi 4.4
JAMES WALKER ELEM. Blue Springs 0.9 mi 8.1
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 6.7
FRANKLIN SMITH ELEM. Blue Springs 1.5 mi 9.6
MORELAND RIDGE MIDDLE Blue Springs 1.8 mi 5.1
THOMAS J. ULTICAN ELEM. Blue Springs 1.9 mi 4.8
BLUE SPRINGS HIGH Blue Springs 2.3 mi 6.8
TIMOTHY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Blue Springs 2.7 mi 6.6
LUCY FRANKLIN ELEM. Blue Springs 2.9 mi 7.6
LIGGETT TRAIL EDUCATION CENTER Blue Springs 2.4 mi 6.4
STONY POINT ELEM. Grain Valley 2.4 mi 4.1
BRITTANY HILL MIDDLE Blue Springs 3.2 mi 7.9
GRAIN VALLEY SOUTH MIDDLE SCHL Grain Valley 2.6 mi 7.9
JAMES LEWIS ELEM. Blue Springs 3.2 mi 9.2
SNI-A-BAR ELEM. Grain Valley 2.6 mi 7.8
GRAIN VALLEY HIGH Grain Valley 2.7 mi 7.2
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

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL O'Fallon, MO 5.6
BERKELEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Berkeley, MO 5.6
BLOOMSDALE ELEM. Bloomsdale, MO 5.6
BROOKSIDE CHARTER ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO 5.6
CABOOL ELEM. Cabool, MO 5.6
CAMBRIDGE ELEM. Belton, MO 5.6

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. ranks #1,452 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is William Bryant Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

William Bryant Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 William Bryant Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, William Bryant Elem. has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.5%

District

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

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