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#3157 of 3,441 schools in OH

William C Bryant Elementary School

Elementary School · Cleveland Municipal

3121 Oak Park Ave, Cleveland, OH 44109

Enrollment

366

Student-Teacher

17.4:1

Score

3.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,157 of 3,441

In Cleveland

#108 of 152

public schools

In district

#70 of 93

Cleveland Municipal

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William C Bryant Elementary School

3.8/10

Elementary School in Cleveland · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About William C Bryant Elementary School

William C Bryant Elementary School is a public elementary school in Cleveland, OH, part of Cleveland Municipal. William C Bryant Elementary School serves approximately 366 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. William C Bryant Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,157 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for William C Bryant Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.7
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

50% of students at William C Bryant Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.1Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.5Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-12.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,255
Chronic Absenteeism50%

William C Bryant Elementary School — Students at William C Bryant Elementary School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 46.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 52.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
70%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
89%
2013
Math
63%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
31%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
30%
ELA
26%
2016
Math
35%
ELA
31%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
29%
2018
Math
35%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
35%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
26%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
26%
2022
Math
30.6%
ELA
38.2%

* 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: 2.1/10.

How William C Bryant Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.8/10
8th percentile in OH
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
50.0%

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

3121 Oak Park Ave, Cleveland, OH 44109

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering William C Bryant Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARY QUEEN OF PEACE SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LUTHER MEMORIAL SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Global Village Academy (rated 7.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Parma), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
ST MARY BYZANTINE SCHOOL Cleveland 0.3 mi 6.9
Constellation Schools: Old Brooklyn Community Elementary Cleveland 0.6 mi 2.5
Constellation Schools: Old Brooklyn Community Middle Cleveland 0.6 mi 2.3
Charles A Mooney School Cleveland 0.6 mi 6.2
Facing History High School@Charles Mooney Cleveland 0.6 mi 3.8
MARY QUEEN OF PEACE SCHOOL Cleveland 0.7 mi 8.3
LUTHER MEMORIAL SCHOOL Cleveland 0.7 mi 7.3
Benjamin Franklin Cleveland 0.8 mi 3.1
Old Brook High School Cleveland 0.8 mi 3.7
Cleveland Preparatory Academy Cleveland 0.8 mi 2.6
Rhodes College and Career Academy Cleveland 0.9 mi 4.1
Rhodes School of Environmental Studies Cleveland 0.9 mi 3.5
John Muir Elementary School Parma 1.1 mi 6.1
William Rainey Harper Cleveland 1.0 mi 3.8
Global Village Academy Parma 1.3 mi 7.3
Thoreau Park Elementary School Parma 1.2 mi 6.7
Denison Cleveland 1.8 mi 4.6
Horizon Science Academy-Denison Middle School Cleveland 1.9 mi 4.7
Shiloh Middle School Parma 2.1 mi 5.3
Ridge-Brook Elementary School Parma 1.9 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$43,130

Median Home Value

$112,700

Median Rent

$861/mo

Population

38,098

College Educated

16.5%

Homeownership

48.3%

Avg Commute

21.3 min

Poverty Rate

23.3%

Median Age

36.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about William C Bryant Elementary School

What grades does William C Bryant Elementary School serve?

William C Bryant Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend William C Bryant Elementary School?

William C Bryant Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 366 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at William C Bryant Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at William C Bryant Elementary School is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does William C Bryant Elementary School rank in OH?

William C Bryant Elementary School ranks #3,157 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is William C Bryant Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

William C Bryant Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 C Bryant Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, William C Bryant Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is William C Bryant Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is William C Bryant Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
59 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
37 Some Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
366
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cuyahoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
50.0%

District

Cleveland Municipal
District Enrollment
33,841
Schools in District
93
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,255
District Rank
#70 of 93

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