USD 508 eAcademy

USD 508 eAcademy, a very small secondary school in Baxter Springs, Kansas, operated by Baxter Springs, caters to 36 students, covering grades 7 through 12. Compared to the state average of about 410 students per school, that is 91% below typical.

Baxter Springs comprises 4 schools with combined enrollment of 865 students; USD 508 eAcademy is among them.

For racial and ethnic makeup, USD 508 eAcademy shows that nearly all students (81%) are White. Beyond that, the school lists 8% Native American, 6% multiracial, 3% Hispanic, 3% Black.

In the surrounding community, ACS estimates for Cherokee County put the typical household earns roughly $57,668 per year, 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and roughly 9% of residents live below the federal poverty line. In all, Cherokee County runs 17 public schools (combined enrollment of about 3,647 students), of which USD 508 eAcademy is one.

Nearest neighbor: Baxter Springs High, around 0.0 miles off. Within five miles, there are 6 other public schools.

The school occupies a rural site. As a virtual school, attendance and instruction happen remotely rather than in person.

In the discussion threads here, posts here usually surface around classroom updates, athletics, and weather closures. Parents, students, alumni, and staff are welcome to weigh in.