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Best Schools in Branford, Florida

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Public: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.5/10
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Branford High School

6.8/10

High · Suwannee. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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Branford Elementary School

6.2/10

Elementary · Suwannee. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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Schools

2

in this city

Avg Score

6.5

out of 10

Median Home

$167,600

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Branford

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Branford High School 6.8 / 10
2 Branford Elementary School 6.2 / 10

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Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.5/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$49,277

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$167,600

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
14%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
33 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
85%

Of occupied housing units

How Branford compares

Median household income

$49k

66% of Florida median

About Schools in Branford, Florida

Branford, Florida is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Branford show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Branford is Branford High School with a composite score of 6.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Branford is served by 1 school district: SUWANNEE. These districts collectively serve 5,968 students.

Branford's community shows 14% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $49,277. The poverty rate in the area is 6.9%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Branford Elementary School
729 students · Pre-K–5th 		6.2

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Branford High School
782 students · 6th–12th 		6.8

Schools in Branford

Branford, Florida · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$49,277

Median Home Value

$167,600

Median Rent

$937/mo

Population

6,263

College Educated

14%

Homeownership

85%

Avg Commute

33 min

Poverty Rate

6.9%

Community Profile

Branford has a median household income of $49,277. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $167,600, with a median rent of $937/month. The local poverty rate of 6.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State
Florida
Elementary
1
High
1

Resources

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School District

SUWANNEE

13 schools · 5,968 students

Nearby Cities

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13 mi
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15 mi
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16 mi
Live Oak (14 schools)
22 mi
Lake City (24 schools)
21 mi
High Springs (2 schools)
21 mi
Trenton (4 schools)
24 mi
Old Town (2 schools)
25 mi
Cross City (6 schools)
26 mi
Lulu (1 school)
27 mi
Chiefland (4 schools)
32 mi
Alachua (7 schools)
28 mi
Newberry (4 schools)
30 mi
Steinhatchee (1 school)
34 mi
Jasper (1 school)
37 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Branford, Florida

How many schools are in Branford, Florida?

Branford has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Branford, Florida?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Branford is 6.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

What is the top-ranked school in Branford, Florida?

The top-ranked school in Branford on MySchoolScout is Branford High School with a composite score of 6.8/10.

What is the best elementary school in Branford, Florida?

The top-ranked elementary school in Branford on MySchoolScout is Branford Elementary School with a composite score of 6.2/10.

What is the best high school in Branford, Florida?

The top-ranked high school in Branford on MySchoolScout is Branford High School with a composite score of 6.8/10.

How many school districts serve Branford, Florida?

Branford is served by 1 school district: Suwannee.

What is the education level in Branford, Florida?

According to Census data, 14% of adults in Branford have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Branford, Florida?

The median household income in Branford is approximately $49,277 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Branford, Florida?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Branford is 19.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Branford, Florida?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Florida Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.