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:
| 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 | |
| % 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 | |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:6 |
1:10 * 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 |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling | |
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: 03/10/2007
In the News:
- Double Dipsea: Rivers captures fourth consecutive Double title (Marin Independent Journal)
posted on June 28, 2009 at 12:14:19 am
Russ Kiernan's 11 wins in the handicapped Double Dipsea race is Marin's entry among sports' most impregnable records, icons such as pitcher Cy Young's 749 complete games, UCLA's seven consecutive NCAA men's basketball titles, and Byron Nelson's 11 consecutive golf tour victories. - Artist knew from young age she wanted to paint (Midland Reporter-Telegram)
posted on May 29, 2009 at 09:36:47 pm
Her exposure to art as a child directed the course of Marian Bingham's life. - Marin Memorial Day Races: Sausalito's Lundy, Morro Bay's Reid capture 10K titles (Marin Independent Journal)
posted on May 25, 2009 at 11:29:19 pm
Sausalito's Chris Lundy, who has been Marin's top open woman runner the past decade, shines brightest on hilly courses. - Prep report: Branson secures second place with win over Justin-Siena (Marin Independent Journal)
posted on May 1, 2009 at 06:14:29 am
Marin Independent Journal The Branson School girls soccer team entered Thursday's game against Justin-Siena High in Ross needing a win to secure the No. - Marin briefs: College of Marin's bats go cold in loss (Marin Independent Journal)
posted on March 29, 2009 at 06:40:43 am
Marin Independent Journal The College of Marin baseball team was on quite a hot streak, having won eight of its last nine, but the Mariners went cold at the plate Saturday in a 6-3 loss at home to Los Medanos of Pittsburg.
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (94957) | ||
| 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:
- 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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