Very Good
#514 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 29% of private schools
The Branson School
High School
39 FERNHILL AVE, Ross, CA 94957
Enrollment
320
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
320
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#514 of 1,787
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The Branson School
High School in Ross · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Branson School
The Branson School is a private high school in Ross, CA. The Branson School serves approximately 320 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 6.7:1 student-teacher ratio. The Branson School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #514 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 6.7:1 students to teachers, The Branson School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Branson School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow The Branson School compares to the 1 public school in Ross, CA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Ross
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Branson School (this school) | 7.0 |
| Ross Elementary | 9.2 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
39 FERNHILL AVE, 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 7.7/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby San Rafael), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Archie Williams High (rated 7.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby San Anselmo), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MARIN ACADEMY (rated 6.7/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby San Rafael), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Ross, see our Ross schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| The Branson School Ross | 0.1 mi | — |
| St. Anselm School San Anselmo | 0.3 mi | — |
| Wade Thomas Elementary San Anselmo | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Ross Elementary Ross | 0.5 mi | 9.2 |
| CHRONOS ACADEMY San Anselmo | 1.0 mi | — |
| SAN ANSELMO MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Anselmo | 1.1 mi | — |
| OAK HILL SCHOOL San Anselmo | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| IRINE M HUNT SCHOOL OF MARIN San Anselmo | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Irene M. Hunt School / Side by Side San Anselmo | 1.2 mi | — |
| Archie Williams High San Anselmo | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Adaline E. Kent Middle Kentfield | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Sun Valley Elementary San Rafael | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Brookside Elementary San Anselmo | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Anthony G. Bacich Elementary Kentfield | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| MARIN ACADEMY San Rafael | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| MARIN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Kentfield | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| LINDAMOOD-BELL LEARNING PROCESSES SAN RAFAEL San Rafael | 1.9 mi | — |
| Ross Valley Charter Fairfax | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Terra Linda High San Rafael | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| ST RAPHAEL SCHOOL San Rafael | 2.1 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
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| Alessandro High Hemet, CA | 7.0 |
| Buena Vista High Lakewood, CA | 7.0 |
| Elk Grove Charter Elk Grove, CA | 7.0 |
| Hamilton High Hamilton City, CA | 7.0 |
| High Tech LA Lake Balboa, CA | 7.0 |
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 320 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Branson School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Branson School is 6.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Branson School rank in CA?
The Branson School ranks #514 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is The Branson School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Branson School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Branson School a private school?
Yes, The Branson School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is The Branson School a religious school?
No, The Branson School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 320
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Marin County
- Phone
- (415) 454-3612
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