Serving 470 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bryant Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Bryant Elementary School serves the northeast part of Seattle, WA, encompassing an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Families within this zone typically live about 5-10 minutes away from the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bryant Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bryant Elementary School's student population of 470 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
470 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Bryant Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bryant Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#53 out of 2088 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2002–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
14%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
9%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bryant Elementary School's ranking?
Bryant Elementary School is ranked #53 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Bryant Elementary School?
470 students attend Bryant Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Bryant Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bryant Elementary School?
Bryant Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bryant Elementary School offer ?
Bryant Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bryant Elementary School part of?
Bryant Elementary School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Bryant Elementary School located?
Bryant Elementary School is located in the Northeast Seattle neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 9 other public schools located in Northeast Seattle.
School Reviews
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