Serving 83 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Branson School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 83 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Branson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Branson School's student population of 83 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
83 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Branson School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,734 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Branson School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1218 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
17%
35%
Black
n/a
4%
White
81%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)≥50%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Branson School's ranking?
Branson School is ranked #1218 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Branson School often compared to?
Branson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trinidad High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Branson School?
The graduation rate of Branson School is 50%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 81%.
How many students attend Branson School?
83 students attend Branson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Branson School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Branson School?
Branson School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Branson School offer ?
Branson School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Branson School part of?
Branson School is part of Branson Reorganized School District No. 82.
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