Serving 740 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 46% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). 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 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 740 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Branson Jr. High School's student population of 740 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
740 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Branson Jr. High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,084 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 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#965 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
16%
8%
Black
4%
15%
White
73%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Branson Jr. High School's ranking?
Branson Jr. High School is ranked #965 out of 2,084 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?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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?
740 students attend Branson Jr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Branson Jr. High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 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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