Serving 26 students in grades 5-12, Otis Bison Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 26 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Otis Bison Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Otis Bison Academy's student population of 26 students has declined by 60% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
26 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
1 teacher
Students by Grade
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Rankings
Otis Bison Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Otis Bison Academy is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1010 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
n/a
22%
Black
11%
7%
White
77%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
21-39%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Otis Bison Academy's ranking?
Otis Bison Academy is ranked #1010 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Otis Bison Academy?
The graduation rate of Otis Bison Academy is 21-39%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Otis Bison Academy?
26 students attend Otis Bison Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Otis Bison Academy students are White, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Otis Bison Academy offer ?
Otis Bison Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Otis Bison Academy part of?
Otis Bison Academy is part of Otis-Bison School District.
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