Serving 135 students in grades 6-8, Bryant Montessori Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 135 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bryant Montessori Middle School's student population of 135 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
135 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Bryant Montessori Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bryant Montessori Middle School is 0.63, 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
#1056 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
18%
27%
Black
3%
5%
White
56%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
17%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.2%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bryant Montessori Middle School's ranking?
Bryant Montessori Middle School is ranked #1056 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Bryant Montessori Middle School?
135 students attend Bryant Montessori Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Bryant Montessori Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bryant Montessori Middle School?
Bryant Montessori Middle School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bryant Montessori Middle School offer ?
Bryant Montessori Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bryant Montessori Middle School part of?
Bryant Montessori Middle School is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Bryant Montessori Middle School located?
Bryant Montessori Middle School is located in the Central Tacoma neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 7 other public schools located in Central Tacoma.
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