Marin Academy vs. The Branson School

Educational leader in the Bay Area with 445 students in grades 9-12

All genders; Student-to-faculty ratio is 8:1; the average class size is 12-15

Students come from over 75 middle schools & over 50 different zip codes around the Bay Area

Follows a six-day rotating block schedule of 75-minute classes

The curriculum offers 135 different course titles  Students of color comprise about 37% of the student body

Nearly a quarter of students receive tuition assistance, nearly $5 million

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.