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Bryant William C Sch

Elementary School · Philadelphia City SD

6001 Cedar Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143

Enrollment

366

Student-Teacher

10.5:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#2,078 of 2,846

In Philadelphia

#117 of 300

public schools

In district

#83 of 218

Philadelphia City SD

Academic growth

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Bryant William C Sch

5.1/10

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

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About Bryant William C Sch

Bryant William C Sch is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Bryant William C Sch serves approximately 366 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Bryant William C Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,078 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for Bryant William C Sch show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • PA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Bryant William C Sch sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

46% of students at Bryant William C Sch 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 Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics2.2Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency4.1% (2024 PSSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency20.5% (2024 PSSA)
Math vs. State Avg-47.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-35.3 pts
Overall Proficiency12% (2024 PSSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2024 PSSA)
vs. Expected-21.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile6th
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,897
Chronic Absenteeism46.4%

Bryant William C Sch — Students at Bryant William C Sch score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 10.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
40.7% (2024 PSSA)
ELA Proficiency 20.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
53.3% (2024 PSSA)

Based on 42 test records from PA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
38%
ELA
41%
2010
Math
43%
ELA
34%
2011
Math
24%
ELA
20%
2012
Math
21%
ELA
26%
2013
Math
25%
ELA
29%
2014
Math
3%
ELA
12%
2015
Math
5%
ELA
18%
2016
Math
8%
ELA
20%
2017
Math
5%
ELA
20%
2018
Math
3%
ELA
15%
2019
Math
3%
ELA
15%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
5.7%
ELA
12.3%
2024
Math
4.1%
ELA
20.3%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How Bryant William C Sch Compares

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

Overall Score
5.1/10
27th percentile in PA
Academic
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
4.5/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
46.4%

Location

6001 Cedar Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bryant William C Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Vision Academy CS (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Lansdowne), which scores notably higher. Another option is W B Evans El Sch (rated 5.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Yeadon), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Global Leadership Academy CS Southwest at Huey (rated 5.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Anderson Add B Sch Philadelphia 0.4 mi 4.8
Sayre William L MS Philadelphia 0.4 mi 5.0
KIDS WORLD CHRISTIAN EDU CENTER Philadelphia 0.5 mi
Hamilton Andrew Sch Philadelphia 0.5 mi 2.5
Motivation HS Philadelphia 0.6 mi 5.5
Mastery CS-Harrity Campus Philadelphia 0.5 mi 4.8
Boys' Latin of Philadelphia CS Philadelphia 0.5 mi 4.1
63RD ST MULTICULTURAL ACAD OF ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE Philadelphia 0.7 mi 7.0
FAITH CONNECTION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia 0.6 mi 5.6
Barry Comm John Sch Philadelphia 0.8 mi 5.1
Harrington Avery D Sch Philadelphia 0.8 mi 3.2
Stonehurst Hills El Sch Upper Darby 0.8 mi 2.9
Longstreth William C Sch Philadelphia 1.0 mi 4.0
Global Leadership Academy CS Southwest at Huey Philadelphia 0.9 mi 5.7
PEE WEE PREP Philadelphia 1.0 mi
Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy Yeadon 1.1 mi
W B Evans El Sch Yeadon 1.2 mi 5.9
Vision Academy CS Lansdowne 1.0 mi 7.5
Mastery CS-Hardy Williams Philadelphia 1.2 mi 4.0
West Phila. Achievement CES Philadelphia 1.3 mi 3.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19143 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$47,964

Median Home Value

$152,000

Median Rent

$1,235/mo

Population

62,503

College Educated

31.5%

Homeownership

49.9%

Avg Commute

35.2 min

Poverty Rate

23.1%

Median Age

33.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bryant William C Sch

What grades does Bryant William C Sch serve?

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

How many students attend Bryant William C Sch?

Bryant William C Sch has an enrollment of approximately 366 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Bryant William C Sch is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bryant William C Sch rank in PA?

Bryant William C Sch ranks #2,078 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is Bryant William C Sch's MySchoolScout rating?

Bryant William C Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 William C Sch?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bryant William C Sch has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Bryant William C Sch a charter school?

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

Is Bryant William C Sch a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bryant William C Sch?

100.0% of students at Bryant William C Sch 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
69 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
68 Good Transit
Bike Score
88 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
366
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Philadelphia County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
46.4%

District

Philadelphia City SD
District Enrollment
117,907
Schools in District
220
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,897
District Rank
#83 of 218

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