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Otis Bison Academy
High School · Otis-Bison
P. O. BOX 227, Otis, KS 67565
Enrollment
26
Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
26
Grades
5th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Otis Bison Academy
High School in Otis · grades 5th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Otis Bison Academy
Otis Bison Academy is a public high school in Otis, KS, part of Otis-Bison. Otis Bison Academy serves approximately 26 students, and covers grades 5th-12th. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Otis Bison Academy show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 26 students, Otis Bison Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Otis Bison Academy sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Otis Bison Academy is a virtual school, so instruction happens mostly online. That flexibility suits some kids and frustrates others; it asks a lot of self-discipline and a steady setup at home. Think about whether your child learns well on their own, and ask how the school keeps students engaged.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 26 students
- Type
- Public
- Address
- P. O. BOX 227, Otis, KS 67565
- Phone
- (785) 387-2201
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores KS EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 18 test records from KS state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: N/A.
Location
P. O. BOX 227, Otis, KS 67565
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Otis Bison Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Victoria Junior-Senior High School (rated 6.4/10, 22.6 miles away, in nearby Victoria). Another option is Otis-Bison Junior/Senior High School (rated 6.2/10). Additionally, La Crosse High (rated 6.1/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby La Crosse). For more schools in Otis, see our Otis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 23.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Otis-Bison Junior/Senior High School Otis | 0.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Otis-Bison Elementary Otis | 0.1 mi | 8.9 |
| La Crosse High La Crosse | 13.6 mi | 6.1 |
| La Crosse Middle School La Crosse | 13.6 mi | 4.4 |
| La Crosse Elementary La Crosse | 13.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Hoisington Middle Hoisington | 14.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Hoisington | 14.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Hoisington High Hoisington | 15.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Lincoln Elementary Hoisington | 15.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Lincoln Elem Great Bend | 17.7 mi | 8.5 |
| HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Great Bend | 18.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Great Bend Middle School Great Bend | 18.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Eisenhower Elem Great Bend | 18.7 mi | 4.0 |
| CENTRAL KANSAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Great Bend | 19.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Jefferson Elem Great Bend | 18.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Great Bend High School Great Bend | 19.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Victoria Junior-Senior High School Victoria | 22.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Park Elem Great Bend | 19.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Victoria Elementary Victoria | 22.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Fort Larned Elementary School Larned | 23.6 mi | 9.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 67565 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,500
Median Home Value
$63,800
Median Rent
$950/mo
Population
469
College Educated
5.9%
Homeownership
92.1%
Poverty Rate
16.8%
Median Age
34.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Otis Bison Academy
What grades does Otis Bison Academy serve?
Otis Bison Academy serves students in grades 5th through 12th.
How many students attend Otis Bison Academy?
Otis Bison Academy has an enrollment of approximately 26 students.
What are the test scores at Otis Bison Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Otis Bison Academy has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).
Is Otis Bison Academy a charter school?
No, Otis Bison Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Otis Bison Academy a Title I school?
No, Otis Bison Academy is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 26
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Rush County
- Phone
- (785) 387-2201
- 4-Year Graduation
- 49.5%
Resources & Links
District
Otis-Bison- District Enrollment
- 203
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,962
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