School Overview
Baxter Springs High School, located in the southeastern corner of Kansas, serves as the primary secondary education hub for the Baxter Springs Unified School District (USD 508). The school is deeply rooted in a small-town community known for its historical ties to the lead and zinc mining era and its position along the iconic Route 66. As an integral part of the local district, the high school focuses on providing a comprehensive education that balances core academic requirements with opportunities for student growth in a supportive, tight-knit environment.

Beyond the classroom, the school maintains a strong emphasis on extracurricular involvement, fostering school spirit through athletics, academic organizations, and various clubs. By leveraging its resources to offer diverse programming, Baxter Springs High aims to prepare its students for post-secondary success, whether that involves pursuing higher education, entering the workforce, or joining the military. For those seeking detailed information regarding academic calendars, district policies, or athletic schedules, the official district website at [usd508.org](http://www.usd508.org) serves as the primary resource for students, parents, and the community.
389
Total Students
28.6
Full-Time Teachers
13.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
53.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Baxter Springs High
Demographic Student Count
White303
Hispanic17
Black2
Asian1
Two or More24
American Indian36
Pacific Islander6
  • White
    303 (77.9 %)
  • American Indian
    36 (9.3 %)
  • Two or More
    24 (6.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    17 (4.4 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    6 (1.5 %)
  • Black
    2 (0.5 %)
  • Asian
    1 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Baxter Springs
Phone: (620)856-3366
Website: http://www.usd508.org
Grade Range: 7th - 12th
Total Students: 389
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 28.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 188
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 19
Grades Taught
Grade 7 61
Grade 8 64
Grade 9 82
Grade 10 57
Grade 11 66
Grade 12 59

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Baxter Springs High
Grade Student Count
Grade 761
Grade 864
Grade 982
Grade 1057
Grade 1166
Grade 1259
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Baxter Springs High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female18948.6%
Male20051.4%