Serving 38 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bryant Opportunity Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 38 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bryant Opportunity Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Bryant Opportunity Academy's student population of 38 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
38 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bryant Opportunity Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bryant Opportunity Academy is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1010 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
10%
21%
Black
32%
7%
White
45%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bryant Opportunity Academy's ranking?
Bryant Opportunity Academy is ranked #1010 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Bryant Opportunity Academy?
38 students attend Bryant Opportunity Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Bryant Opportunity Academy students are White, 32% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 10% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bryant Opportunity Academy?
Bryant Opportunity Academy has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bryant Opportunity Academy offer ?
Bryant Opportunity Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Bryant Opportunity Academy part of?
Bryant Opportunity Academy is part of Wichita School District.
In what neighborhood is Bryant Opportunity Academy located?
Bryant Opportunity Academy is located in the Orchard Park neighborhood of Wichita, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in Orchard Park.
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