Serving 266 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bryant Montessori 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (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 School's student population of 266 students has declined by 54% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
266 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Bryant Montessori School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bryant Montessori School is 0.68, 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
#1164 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
20%
26%
Black
8%
5%
White
50%
48%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
17%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bryant Montessori School's ranking?
Bryant Montessori School is ranked #1164 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Bryant Montessori School often compared to?
Bryant Montessori Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Geiger Montessori School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% 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 School?
266 students attend Bryant Montessori School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Bryant Montessori School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Bryant Montessori School offer ?
Bryant Montessori School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bryant Montessori School part of?
Bryant Montessori School is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Bryant Montessori School located?
Bryant Montessori 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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