The Branson School
School Notes Overview:
The Branson School inspires excellence in a nurturing, vibrant educational community based on personal and intellectual integrity. At the heart of Branson is the trusting, dynamic relationship between dedicated teachers and students. Through the vitality, breadth, and rigor of its programs, Branson encourages students to think critically, communicate clearly, develop their individual talents and interests, and pursue a lifelong passion for learning. Branson believes that diversity of people and thought enriches us all and promotes responsible leadership in the global community. We are a caring and supportive community that helps students fully realize their potential. We exercise young people's minds and bodies; nurture their creativity, capacity for compassion, and sense of humor; and help them build an awareness of their responsibilities to their communities and the world....
School Overview:
The Branson School |
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| School Membership(s) |
National Association of Independent Schools State or regional independent school association |
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| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian | |
| Grades Offered | Grades 9 - 12 | |
| County | Marin County, CA | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 320 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
This School |
(CA) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 19% | 41% |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Grade 9 - 85 students | ||
| Grade 10 - 78 students | ||
| Grade 11 - 75 students | ||
| Grade 12 - 82 students | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 50 teachers | |
This School |
(CA) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:6 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 175 days | 180 days |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 7 hours | 6 hours |
School Notes:
- The Branson School inspires excellence in a nurturing, vibrant educational community based on personal and intellectual integrity. At the heart of Branson is the trusting, dynamic relationship between dedicated teachers and students. Through the vitality, breadth, and rigor of its programs, Branson encourages students to think critically, communicate clearly, develop their individual talents and interests, and pursue a lifelong passion for learning. Branson believes that diversity of people and thought enriches us all and promotes responsible leadership in the global community. We are a caring and supportive community that helps students fully realize their potential. We exercise young people's minds and bodies; nurture their creativity, capacity for compassion, and sense of humor; and help them build an awareness of their responsibilities to their communities and the world.
- Profile last updated: 07/10/2009
In the News:
- Prep soccer playoffs: Branson scores a pair of late goals to rally past Calistoga for section title (Marin Independent Journal)
posted on November 15, 2009 at 03:27:20 am
Trailing by a goal to Calistoga in the final 10 minutes of regulation of the section championship game, the Branson School boys soccer team's season appeared to be slipping away at the worst possible moment. - College notebook: Dagley settles in at Northwestern (Marin Independent Journal)
posted on November 4, 2009 at 02:12:10 am
As a high school junior at the Branson School, Caroline Dagley thought she had the next five years of her life figured out. - Green could lead to platinum for Branson School (Marin Independent Journal)
posted on October 19, 2009 at 04:07:02 pm
After about seven years of planning and 15 months of construction, the Branson School in Ross is unveiling state-of-the-art "green" buildings this week that could lead to the highest rating for sustainable design. - Prep roundup: Freeman leads Drake volleyball to four-game win over Branson (Marin Independent Journal)
posted on October 17, 2009 at 06:12:10 am
Marin Independent Journal Erin Freeman had 11 kills, 13 digs and two blocks for Drake High girls volleyball team as it beat the Branson School 25-12, 14-25, 25-16, 25-20 on Friday in Ross. - Marin briefs: Former Branson School tennis player earns wildcard entry into Tiburon Challenger (Marin Independent Journal)
posted on October 9, 2009 at 06:27:10 am
Marin Independent Journal Tiburon native Alex Rosinski, a junior on the University of Washington tennis team, on Thursday was awarded a wildcard entry into the 32-player qualifying tournament for the RBS Tiburon Challenger men's professional event, which starts Monday.
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (94957) | School Zip (94957) |
(CA) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | n/a | 33,864,644 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | n/a | 32% |
| Population Average Age | n/a | 33 years old |
| Average Household size | n/a | 2.8 persons |
| Median Household Income | n/a | $51,306 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | n/a | 4.8 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | n/a | 41 years old |
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| % Owning / % Renting | n/a / n/a | 55% / 45% |
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Nearby Schools:
- Red Hill Academy - 4 students - 1.3 mi. away - view location
- Marin Academy - 404 students - 1.6 mi. away - view location
- The Marin School - 91 students - 8.1 mi. away - view location
View all schools in: Ross, Marin County, Zip 94957
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