For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,119 students in Branson, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Branson, MO are Buchanan Elementary School, Buchanan Intermediate and Cedar Ridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Branson, MO public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Branson have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Branson, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Buchanan Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1000 Buchanan Road
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 243-2530
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 243-2530
Grades: K-3
| 606 students
Rank: #22.
Buchanan Intermediate
(Math: 58% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
766 Buchanan Rd
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 332-3201
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 332-3201
Grades: 4-6
| 479 students
Rank: #33.
Cedar Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
396 Cedar Ridge Dr
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 334-5135
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 334-5135
Grades: 1-3
| 494 students
Rank: #44.
Cedar Ridge Intermediate
(Math: 49% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
308 Cedar Ridge Drive
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 334-5137
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 334-5137
Grades: 4-6
| 479 students
Rank: n/an/a
2404 State Hwy 248 Suite 4
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 320-5040
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 320-5040
Grades: PK-12
| 61 students
Branson, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
308 Cedar Ridge Dr
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 334-5137
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 334-5137
Grades: 2-4
| 461 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Branson, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Branson, MO include Buchanan Elementary School, Buchanan Intermediate and Cedar Ridge Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Branson?
5 public elementary schools are located in Branson.
What is the racial composition of students in Branson?
Branson public elementary schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Branson are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Branson include: Cedar Ridge Intermediate vs. Buchanan Intermediate, Cedar Ridge Elementary School vs. Buchanan Elementary School, Buchanan Elementary School vs. Cedar Ridge Elementary School
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