Serving 694 students in grades 7-8, Branson Jr. High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 694 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Branson Jr. High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Branson, MO, covering approximately 111.7 square miles. The zone is designed for a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.1 miles to the zone's edge and a furthest edge of 10.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Branson Jr. High School's student population of 694 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
694 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Our Lions, Our Pride
School Rankings
Branson Jr. High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Branson Jr. High School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#935 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Lion
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Branson Jr. High School's ranking?
Branson Jr. High School is ranked #935 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Branson Jr. High School often compared to?
Branson Jr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forsyth Middle School, Hollister Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Branson Jr. High School?
694 students attend Branson Jr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Branson Jr. High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Branson Jr. High School?
Branson Jr. High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Branson Jr. High School offer ?
Branson Jr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Branson Jr. High School part of?
Branson Jr. High School is part of Branson R-IV School District.
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