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The Branson School
High School
39 Fernhill Avenue, Ross, CA 94957
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
About The Branson School
The Branson School is a private high school in Ross, CA 94957. The school serves approximately 395 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 7.8:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $250,001, where 82% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 7.8:1, The Branson School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, The Branson School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow The Branson School compares to the 1 public school in Ross, CA
All Schools in Ross
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Branson School (this school) | — |
| Ross Elementary | 9.3 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 395 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Address
- 39 Fernhill Avenue, Ross, CA 94957
- Phone
- (415) 454-3612
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
39 Fernhill Avenue, Ross, CA 94957
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Branson School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Terra Linda High (rated 8.5/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby San Rafael). Another option is THE BRANSON SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.1 miles away). Additionally, Archie Williams High (rated 6.8/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby San Anselmo). For more schools in Ross, see our Ross schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE BRANSON SCHOOL Ross | 0.1 mi | 7.0 |
| St. Anselm School San Anselmo | 0.5 mi | — |
| Wade Thomas Elementary San Anselmo | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Ross Elementary Ross | 0.5 mi | 9.3 |
| CHRONOS ACADEMY San Anselmo | 1.1 mi | — |
| SAN ANSELMO MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Anselmo | 1.2 mi | — |
| OAK HILL SCHOOL San Anselmo | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| IRINE M HUNT SCHOOL OF MARIN San Anselmo | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Irene M. Hunt School / Side by Side San Anselmo | 1.3 mi | — |
| Archie Williams High San Anselmo | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Adaline E. Kent Middle Kentfield | 1.3 mi | 9.1 |
| Sun Valley Elementary San Rafael | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Brookside Elementary San Anselmo | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Anthony G. Bacich Elementary Kentfield | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| MARIN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Kentfield | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| MARIN ACADEMY San Rafael | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Ross Valley Charter Fairfax | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| LINDAMOOD-BELL LEARNING PROCESSES SAN RAFAEL San Rafael | 2.0 mi | — |
| Terra Linda High San Rafael | 2.6 mi | 8.5 |
| ST RAPHAEL SCHOOL San Rafael | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94957 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,482/mo
Population
2,151
College Educated
82.4%
Homeownership
83.4%
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Median Age
41.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding The Branson School has a median household income of $250,001. It is a well-educated community where 82% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $2,000,001, with a median rent of $3,482/month. The local poverty rate of 3.7% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Branson School
What grades does The Branson School serve?
The Branson School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend The Branson School?
The Branson School has an enrollment of approximately 395 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Branson School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Branson School is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is The Branson School a private school?
Yes, The Branson School is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (1,804/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Ross). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 395
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Marin
- Phone
- (415) 454-3612
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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