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#424 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 19% in state

Branson Jr. High

Middle School · BRANSON R-IV

263 BUCCANEER BLVD, Branson, MO 65616

Enrollment

740

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

7.7

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#424 of 2,221

In Branson

#2 of 8

public schools

In district

#2 of 7

BRANSON R-IV

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Branson Jr. High

7.7/10

Middle School in Branson · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.0/10

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About Branson Jr. High

Branson Jr. High is a public middle school in Branson, MO, part of BRANSON R-IV. Branson Jr.

High serves approximately 740 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Branson Jr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #424 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Branson Jr. High show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.2
  • MO avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+7.53 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.9Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63.3% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.5% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+16.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.9 pts
Overall Proficiency56% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+14.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile83th
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,279
Chronic Absenteeism25.3%

Branson Jr. High — Students at Branson Jr. High score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 57.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 54.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 38 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
66%
ELA
63%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
64%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
68%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
64%
2014
Math
49%
ELA
65%
2015
Math
50%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
45%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
51%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
51%
ELA
51%
2020*
Math
48%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
48%
ELA
49%
2022
Math
46%
ELA
41%
2024
Math
59.7%
ELA
37.1%
2025
Math
63.3%
ELA
48.6%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.

How Branson Jr. High Compares

See how Branson Jr. High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
81th percentile in MO
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

263 BUCCANEER BLVD, Branson, MO 65616

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Branson Jr. High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. KIRBYVILLE MIDDLE (rated 9.2/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Kirbyville), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLLISTER MIDDLE (rated 7.3/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Hollister), with a comparable rating. Additionally, FORSYTH MIDDLE (rated 7.2/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Forsyth), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Branson, see our Branson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.9 mi
School Distance Rating
CEDAR RIDGE INTERMEDIATE Branson 1.4 mi 7.0
CEDAR RIDGE ELEMENTARY Branson 1.5 mi 7.8
CEDAR RIDGE PRIMARY Branson 1.5 mi 7.2
TRI LAKES SPECIAL SERV CO-OP Branson 1.8 mi 4.9
BRANSON HIGH Branson 2.3 mi 4.4
BUCHANAN ELEMENTARY Branson 2.6 mi 4.8
TRINITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hollister 2.7 mi 7.3
BUCHANAN INTERMEDIATE Branson 2.8 mi 6.8
HOLLISTER MIDDLE Hollister 3.4 mi 7.3
HOLLISTER HIGH Hollister 3.4 mi 7.2
SCHOOL OF THE OZARKS Point Lookout 3.6 mi 6.4
HOLLISTER EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Hollister 3.6 mi 7.1
HOLLISTER ELEM. Hollister 3.7 mi 6.8
KIRBYVILLE ELEM. Kirbyville 4.3 mi 6.5
KIRBYVILLE MIDDLE Kirbyville 5.4 mi 9.2
FORSYTH ELEM. Forsyth 6.0 mi 6.5
FORSYTH HIGH Forsyth 6.0 mi 7.6
FORSYTH MIDDLE Forsyth 6.0 mi 7.2
RIVERVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Forsyth 6.3 mi 8.1
REEDS SPRING HIGH Reeds Spring 9.9 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65616 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,253

Median Home Value

$243,000

Median Rent

$975/mo

Population

28,295

College Educated

29.7%

Homeownership

57.4%

Avg Commute

20.5 min

Poverty Rate

16%

Median Age

40.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
HANNIBAL MIDDLE Hannibal, MO 7.7
LADUE MIDDLE St. Louis, MO 7.7
LINCOLN COLLEGE ACADEMY MIDDLE Kansas City, MO 7.7
OAK RIDGE INTERMEDIATE Camdenton, MO 7.7
ROBERT H. SPERRENG MIDDLE St. Louis, MO 7.7
THOMAS JEFFERSON MIDDLE Jefferson City, MO 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Branson Jr. High

What grades does Branson Jr. High serve?

Branson Jr. High serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Branson Jr. High?

Branson Jr. High has an enrollment of approximately 740 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Branson Jr. High?

The student-teacher ratio at Branson Jr. High is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Branson Jr. High rank in MO?

Branson Jr. High ranks #424 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Branson Jr. High's MySchoolScout rating?

Branson Jr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Branson Jr. High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Branson Jr. High has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Branson Jr. High a charter school?

No, Branson Jr. High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Branson Jr. High a Title I school?

No, Branson Jr. High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Branson Jr. High?

57.0% of students at Branson Jr. High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
740
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Taney County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.3%

District

BRANSON R-IV
District Enrollment
4,618
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,279
District Rank
#2 of 7

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