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Bobcat Virtual Academy
School · Birchwood School District
300 S Wilson St, Birchwood, WI 54817
Enrollment
11
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
11
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Bobcat Virtual Academy
Bobcat Virtual Academy is a public school in Birchwood, WI, part of the Birchwood School District. The school serves approximately 11 students in grades Pre-K – 12th. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $85,000, where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 11 students, Bobcat Virtual Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Bobcat Virtual Academy is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.
Located in a rural area, Bobcat Virtual Academy may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 11 students
- Type
- Public (Charter)
- Address
- 300 S Wilson St, Birchwood, WI 54817
- Website
- birchwood.k12.wi.us
- Phone
- (715) 354-3471
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
300 S Wilson St, Birchwood, WI 54817
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bobcat Virtual Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Cameron Academy of Virtual Education (rated 5.5/10, 19.5 miles away, in nearby Cameron). Additionally, NORTHWOODS MENNONITE SCHOOL (rated 4.7/10, 19.1 miles away, in nearby Hayward). For more schools in Birchwood, see our Birchwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Birchwood Elementary Birchwood | 0.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Birchwood High Birchwood | 0.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Birchwood Middle Birchwood | 0.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Birchwood Public Montessori Birchwood | 0.1 mi | — |
| Haugen Elementary Haugen | 11.5 mi | 5.8 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Rice Lake | 13.6 mi | 6.8 |
| REDEEMER EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Rice Lake | 14.3 mi | — |
| Tainter Elementary Rice Lake | 14.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Rice Lake High Rice Lake | 14.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Hilltop Day Care and Preschool Rice Lake | 14.4 mi | — |
| Hilltop Elementary Rice Lake | 14.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Rice Lake Middle Rice Lake | 14.5 mi | 7.4 |
| ST FRANCIS SOLANUS SCHOOL Stone Lake | 18.2 mi | — |
| NORTHWOODS MENNONITE SCHOOL Hayward | 19.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Cameron Elementary Cameron | 18.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Cameron Middle Cameron | 19.5 mi | 7.3 |
| North Star Academy Cameron | 19.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Cameron High Cameron | 19.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Cameron Academy of Virtual Education Cameron | 19.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Bruce Elementary Bruce | 19.1 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 54817 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,000
Median Home Value
$259,100
Median Rent
$613/mo
Population
2,105
College Educated
27.4%
Homeownership
88.8%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Median Age
57.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Bobcat Virtual Academy has a median household income of $85,000. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $259,100, with a median rent of $613/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.6%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bobcat Virtual Academy
What grades does Bobcat Virtual Academy serve?
Bobcat Virtual Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Bobcat Virtual Academy?
Bobcat Virtual Academy has an enrollment of approximately 11 students.
Is Bobcat Virtual Academy a charter school?
Yes, Bobcat Virtual Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Bobcat Virtual Academy a Title I school?
No, Bobcat Virtual Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bobcat Virtual Academy?
36.4% of students at Bobcat Virtual Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Average (484/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Washburn County
- Phone
- (715) 354-3471
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Birchwood School District- District Enrollment
- 226
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,303
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