Serving 724 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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 724 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- 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 724 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
724 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
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 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. 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
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
18%
8%
Black
3%
15%
White
72%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #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?
724 students attend Branson Jr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Branson Jr. High School students are White, 18% 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 13:1.
What grades does Branson Jr. High School offer ?
Branson Jr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
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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