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Bryant School

Elementary School · Helena Elem

1325 Poplar Street, Helena, MT 59601

Enrollment

336

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Montana schools

#413 of 603

In Helena

#14 of 15

public schools

In district

#12 of 13

Helena Elem

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Bryant School

5.4/10

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

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6.1/10

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About Bryant School

Bryant School is a public elementary school in Helena, MT, part of Helena Elem. Bryant School serves approximately 336 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Bryant School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #413 of 603 schools in MT.

Structured state assessment records for Bryant School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • MT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.91 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,752
Chronic Absenteeism28.9%

Bryant School — Students at Bryant School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 35.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 46.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from MT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
37%

* 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: 4.8/10.

How Bryant School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.4/10
32th percentile in MT
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
6.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.9%

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

1325 Poplar Street, Helena, MT 59601

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bryant School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jefferson School (rated 8.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Smith School (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Warren School (rated 8.0/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Helena, see our Helena schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Helena High School Helena 0.3 mi 6.1
Central School Helena 0.6 mi 7.7
Helena Middle School Helena 0.6 mi 6.7
Jefferson School Helena 1.0 mi 8.9
INTERMOUNTAIN Helena 1.2 mi
Smith School Helena 1.0 mi 8.5
BLOOM MONTESSORI SCHOOL Helena 0.9 mi
MOUNTAINSIDE MONTESSORI Helena 1.4 mi
Four Georgians School Helena 1.6 mi 6.9
Hawthorne School Helena 1.5 mi 7.9
Broadwater School Helena 1.6 mi 4.6
Capital High School Helena 2.1 mi 6.3
C R Anderson Middle Schl Helena 1.9 mi 6.4
ST ANDREW SCHOOL Helena 2.6 mi 6.2
Kessler Elementary School Helena 2.9 mi 6.1
Rossiter School Helena 4.4 mi 7.4
Warren School Helena 3.9 mi 8.0
Radley Elementary School East Helena 4.6 mi 7.9
Prickly Pear Elem East Helena 4.6 mi 4.9
East Helena High School East Helena 4.7 mi 2.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 59601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,502

Median Home Value

$355,000

Median Rent

$1,023/mo

Population

31,822

College Educated

50.9%

Homeownership

56.8%

Avg Commute

13.9 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Median Age

41.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bryant School

What grades does Bryant School serve?

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

How many students attend Bryant School?

Bryant School has an enrollment of approximately 336 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bryant School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bryant School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bryant School rank in MT?

Bryant School ranks #413 of 603 schools in MT.

What is Bryant School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bryant School 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 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bryant School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Bryant School a charter school?

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

Is Bryant School a Title I school?

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

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

58.6% of students at Bryant School 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
74 Very Walkable
Bike Score
62 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Lewis and Clark County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.9%

District

Helena Elem
District Enrollment
5,173
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,752
District Rank
#12 of 13

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