Serving 336 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bryant School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bryant School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bryant School's student population of 336 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
336 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Bryant School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bryant School is 0.47, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#521 out of 722 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
35%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1

American Indian
8%
10%

Asian
n/a
1%

Hispanic
18%
6%

Black
n/a
1%

White
70%
77%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bryant School's ranking?
Bryant School is ranked #521 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Bryant School often compared to?
Bryant Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Bryant School?
336 students attend Bryant School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Bryant School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bryant School?
Bryant School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bryant School offer ?
Bryant School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Bryant School part of?
Bryant School is part of Helena Elementary School District.
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