Serving 67 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 67 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Branson School's attendance zone covers the entire Branson school district, encompassing approximately 722 square miles around the city of Branson, CO. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 39.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Branson School's student population of 67 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
67 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning Anytime, Anywhere
School Rankings
Branson School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Branson School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1127 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)21-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥50%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
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 #1127 out of 1,748 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, Aguilar Junior-senior 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 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% 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 82%.
How many students attend Branson School?
67 students attend Branson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Branson School students are White, and 28% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Branson School?
Branson School has a student ration of 7:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Branson School part of?
Branson School is part of Branson Reorganized School District No. 82.
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