Serving 608 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bryant Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 608 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bryant Elementary School serves a central area within its district in Sioux City, IA, covering approximately 1 square mile. Families typically live 5-10 minutes away, with an average distance of 0.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 1 mile from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bryant Elementary School's student population of 608 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
608 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bryant Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bryant Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1006 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
39%
14%
Black
16%
7%
White
31%
70%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bryant Elementary School's ranking?
Bryant Elementary School is ranked #1006 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Bryant Elementary School often compared to?
Bryant Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunnyside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Bryant Elementary School?
608 students attend Bryant Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Bryant Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bryant Elementary School?
Bryant Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bryant Elementary School offer ?
Bryant Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bryant Elementary School part of?
Bryant Elementary School is part of Sioux City Comm School District.
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