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Best Branson Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,679 students in Branson, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Branson, MO are Buchanan Elementary School, Buchanan Intermediate and Cedar Ridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Branson, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Branson have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Branson, MO (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Buchanan Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1000 Buchanan Road
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 243-2530
Gr: K-3 | 606 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Buchanan Intermediate
(Math: 59% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
766 Buchanan Rd
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 332-3201
Gr: 4-6 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Cedar Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
396 Cedar Ridge Dr
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 334-5135
Gr: 1-3 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #44.
Cedar Ridge Intermediate
(Math: 52% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
308 Cedar Ridge Drive
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 334-5137
Gr: 4-6 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #55.
Branson High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
935 Buchanan Rd
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 334-6511
Gr: 9-12 | 1,439 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #66.
Branson Jr. High School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
263 Buccaneer Blvd
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 334-3087
Gr: 7-8 | 740 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: n/an/a
Cedar Ridge Primary
402 Cedar Ridge Dr
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 336-1887
Gr: PK-K | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: n/an/a
Tri Lakes Special Serv Co-op
2404 State Hwy 248 Suite 4
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 320-5040
Gr: PK-12 | 61 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
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Branson, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Branson Elementary East (Closed 2014)
308 Cedar Ridge Dr
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 334-5137
Gr: 2-4 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Branson, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Branson, MO include Buchanan Elementary School, Buchanan Intermediate and Cedar Ridge Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Branson?
8 public schools are located in Branson.
What is the racial composition of students in Branson?
Branson public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Branson are often viewed compared to one another?

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