Holton Unified School District 336

What Holton Unified School District 336 does

Holton Unified School District 336 (USD 336) is a public K-12 school district and political subdivision of the State of Kansas, headquartered at 515 Pennsylvania Ave., Holton, KS 66436. The district operates traditional in-person education across four primary sites — Early Childhood/Elementary (812 W. 5th St.), Holton Middle School (900 Iowa Ave.), Holton High School (901 New York Ave.), and the District Office — supplemented by two specialized programs: the Holton Digital Learning Academy (HDLA), a tuition-free public virtual school for Kansas students in grades 3-12, and Fresh Start, an adult diploma completion program for residents 18 and older built on the Odysseyware online platform. The district is also the sponsoring entity for the Holton Special Education Cooperative, which administers pooled state and federal special education funding across five member districts (USD 113, 322, 335, 336, 337) for PreK-12 students with disabilities.

USD 336 derives its operating revenue from three streams: local property taxes (proposed 2025-2026 levy of $3,717,364 at a total mill rate of 56.829), Kansas state per-pupil and categorical aid, and federal program funding including Title I, McKinney-Vento, and ESSER COVID-19 recovery funds. Education services are delivered tuition-free to resident students, with optional fees for athletics, activities, and extracurricular programs. The district runs a 167-day academic year and has been recognized at the state and national level in academics and athletics, including two National Merit Scholarship semi-finalists, an FFA National Gold Emblem in Nursery/Landscape, and a KSHSAA 3A State Championship in Pole Vault.

The district's core technology stack is entirely vendor-supplied: PowerSchool for student information, Skyward for employee/student access, Frontline Education for HR and absence management, Apptegy for website and mobile app, ThrillShare for district communications, and the Rooms platform for parent-teacher messaging. The district maintains a multi-channel family engagement strategy (custom iOS/Android app, website, Facebook, X, Instagram, email, community events) and operates auxiliary programs including Tiny Paws Daycare, a summer meals program (June 1 – July 31), and transportation services. Leadership is led by Superintendent Trevor W. Ashcraft with an elected Board of Education and operational oversight by the Kansas State Department of Education.

Name

Holton Unified School District 336

Legal name

Holton Unified School District 336

Website

https://holtonks.net

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Holton Unified School District 336 is a public K-12 school district in Holton, Kansas, operating traditional elementary, middle, and high schools alongside the Holton Digital Learning Academy (statewide virtual K-12), Fresh Start adult diploma program, and a five-district Special Education Cooperative.

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akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 Public Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110), Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Educational Support Services (611710), Educational Services (611)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Child Day Care Services (8351)

akta.pro primary industry

Public School Districts (K–12) (EDADABAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Public Elementary Schools (EDAJAAAB), Public Virtual & Blended Learning Programs (District-Run) (EDAJAAAI), Public Special Education Schools & Programs (EDAJAAAH), Head Start & Public Pre-K Programs (EDACABAK)

Keywords

• Public K-12 education
• Virtual learning programs
• Adult diploma completion
• Special education cooperative
• Early childhood daycare

Headquarters

HQ city

Mayetta

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Property Tax Revenue: The district levies property taxes to fund operations. Proposed 2025-2026 tax rates include General Fund (20.000 mills), Supplemental General LOB (15.399 mills), Capital Outlay (8.000 mills), and Bond & Interest #1 (13.430 mills), totaling 56.829 mills. Tax levy of $3,717,364 for 2025-2026.
2. State Funding: Public school district receives per-pupil state aid and categorical funding from Kansas state government based on enrollment and categorical programs.
3. Federal Programs Funding: District participates in federal programs including Title I, McKinney-Vento Homelessness assistance, and ESSER (Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief) funds for COVID-19 recovery.
4. Special Education Cooperative Administration: USD 336 is the sponsoring district for Holton Special Education Cooperative, housing the cooperative budget for five member districts (USD 113, 322, 335, 336, 337). The cooperative pools state and federal special education funding.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Holton Unified School District 336 operates public PreK-12 schools in Holton, Kansas, providing tuition-free traditional and virtual education to resident students. The district's core offerings encompass elementary, middle, and high school instruction; the Holton Digital Learning Academy (HDLA) for grades 3-12 online learning; the Fresh Start adult diploma completion program; Tiny Paws early childhood daycare; athletic and activity programs (FFA, FCCLA, KAYS, SAFE, STUCO); and special education services delivered through the regional Holton Special Education Cooperative that pools state and federal funding across five member districts.

Product overview

Holton Unified School District 336 is a public school district offering a portfolio of educational programs and digital services. The district operates traditional in-person schooling across multiple buildings (Holton Elementary, Holton Middle School, Holton High School) alongside specialized programs including the Holton Digital Learning Academy (HDLA) for grades 3-12 virtual learning and Fresh Start for adult diploma completion. The district provides digital communication tools through its mobile app and the Rooms platform for parent-teacher messaging. These programs are supported by third-party educational technology platforms including Odysseyware for online coursework and various student information systems.

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Problem solved

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Brands

• Fresh Start: Adult high school diploma completion program offering computer-based, flexible online classes for adults 18 years and older.
• Holton Digital Learning Academy (HDLA)
• Tiny Paws Daycare
• Holton Special Education Cooperative

Products and services

• Holton Elementary School Traditional public elementary school serving K-5 students in the Holton, Kansas area with comprehensive academic programming, located at 812 W. 5th St., Holton, Kansas 66436, phone (785) 364-3251.
• Holton Middle School Traditional public middle school serving middle-school students in the Holton, Kansas area, located at 900 Iowa Ave., Holton, Kansas 66436, phone (785) 364-2441.
• Holton High School Traditional public high school serving high school students in the Holton, Kansas area with comprehensive academics, athletics, FFA, FCCLA, KAYS, SAFE, STUCO activities, located at 901 New York Ave., Holton, Kansas 66436, phone (785) 364-2181.
• Holton Digital Learning Academy (HDLA) A tuition-free public virtual school program operated by Holton USD 336 serving eligible Kansas students in grades 3-12, providing flexible, high-quality educational options through online coursework, certified teacher support, and progress monitoring, with first priority given to returning virtual students.
• Fresh Start Adult Diploma Completion Program Adult high school diploma completion program offering computer-based classes, flexible scheduling, and online instruction through Odysseyware for adults 18 years or older who need to complete graduation requirements and earn a Holton High School diploma.
• Tiny Paws Daycare Early childhood daycare program operated by Holton USD 336 for children from age 2.5, following the district's school-year calendar, with preschool enrollment available.
• Holton Special Education Cooperative Regional cooperative providing special education services for PreK-12 students with disabilities across five member districts: USD 113 Prairie Hills, USD 322 Onaga, USD 335 Jackson Heights, USD 336 Holton, and USD 337 Royal Valley, pooling state and federal special education funding under USD 336's administration.

Quantifiable outcome

• Two National Merit Scholarship semi-finalists (Carter Colberg and Luke Lasnessy)
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Holton Special Education Cooperative Member DistrictscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUSD 336 serves as the sponsoring district for the Holton Special Education Cooperative, which provides special education services for PreK-12 students across five member districts: USD 113 - Prairie Hills, USD 322 - Onaga, USD 335 - Jackson Heights, USD 336 - Holton, and USD 337 - Royal Valley. The districts pool state and federal special education funding.
• ApptegycoreTechnology or IntegrationApptegy provides the district's website platform, mobile app, and communication tools including the district app and Rooms communication platform.
• PowerSchoolcoreTechnology or IntegrationPowerSchool provides the student information system for enrollment, grades, and parent/teacher communication.
• SkywardcoreTechnology or IntegrationSkyward provides employee access and student management systems for the district.
• Frontline EducationcoreTechnology or IntegrationFrontline provides human resources and absence management solutions for district employees.
• OdysseywarecoreTechnology or IntegrationOdysseyware provides the online learning platform for Fresh Start adult diploma completion program students.
• Holton Evangel ChurchminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partnership providing Tools 4 Schools program offering backpacks and school supplies for families in need.
• KSHSAA (Kansas State High School Activities Association)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState activities association governing athletics and activities including football, volleyball, track, golf, and scholars bowl.
• Kansas Shrine BowlminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnual premier football event bringing together Kansas' best seniors to compete while supporting Shriners Children's.
• Phillips Fundamental Learning CenterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner for dyslexia simulation events and literacy awareness programs for parents, teachers, and community advocates.
• Patterson Family FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-sponsor of dyslexia simulation and learning awareness events.
• Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState education department providing accountability measures, funding, and regulatory oversight for special education and general programs.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Onaga USD 322: Member district of the Holton Special Education Cooperative; rural Kansas public K-12 district sharing special education administration with Holton USD 336.
• Jackson Heights USD 335: Member district of the Holton Special Education Cooperative; a comparable small Kansas public K-12 district with overlapping service arrangements.
• Hiawatha USD 415: Northeast Kansas public school district of similar rural profile and size; comparable public K-12 operator drawing on property tax, state aid, and federal program funding.
• Prairie Hills USD 113: One of the five member districts in the Holton Special Education Cooperative; a comparable small rural Kansas public K-12 district with overlapping cooperative services and similar funding structure.
• Atchison USD 409: Nearby Kansas public school district of similar size and rural profile, operating traditional K-12 public education with comparable funding mix and extracurricular programs.
• Royal Valley USD 337: Another member district in the Holton Special Education Cooperative; a small Kansas public K-12 district that shares cooperative administration and funding pools with USD 336.

Others

• PowerSchool Group: Vendor providing the student information system used by Holton USD 336; an ecosystem/technology partner rather than a direct competitor, but useful as a comparable EdTech vendor serving Kansas public districts.

Broad incumbents

• Wichita USD 259: Largest Kansas public school district; provides reference point for statewide K-12 funding dynamics, special education cooperatives, and virtual/alternative program models.
• Topeka USD 501: Large urban Kansas public school district offering a much broader K-12, special education, and adult learning portfolio; useful as a scaled incumbent benchmark for program breadth.
• Kansas City Kansas USD 500: Urban Kansas public school district with established virtual learning and adult education programs; comparable in service mix but materially larger scale than Holton USD 336.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/weareholton
• Facebookfacebook.com/holtonusd336
• Instagraminstagram.com/weareholton

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Number of profiles

Profiles15 records

Subsidiaries1 record

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