Curry County Schools & Education
Curry County, Oregon
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
36/100
Higher = better
Rating
Below Average
Graduation Rate
79.5%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
79.5%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 82.3%
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,922
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,886
School Score
36/100
Higher = better
State avg 41/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#24
of 36 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Curry County
School Verdict
Curry County faces educational challenges with a school score of 36/100 and a graduation rate of 79.5%, falling below typical benchmarks.
Funding Context
At $7,922 per pupil, Curry County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Curry County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 13% below the Oregon average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 2.8 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 0% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Curry County, Oregon
Small-Town Coastal Schooling
Curry County's education landscape consists of just seven public schools across three districts, serving 2,062 students. The infrastructure is focused on three elementary schools, one middle school, and three high schools.
Competitive Spending and Performance
At $7,922 per student, Curry County's per-pupil spending slightly exceeds the Oregon state average. The county achieves a graduation rate of 79.5% and a school score of 50.0, aligning exactly with the national median.
Brookings-Harbor Dominates Enrollment
Brookings-Harbor SD 17C is the largest district by far, serving 1,404 of the county's 2,062 students. Unlike many neighboring counties, Curry County currently has no charter schools, relying entirely on traditional public districts.
Small Schools in a Town Setting
Five of the seven schools are located in town settings, while two serve rural populations. The average school size is 295 students, though Kalmiopsis Elementary is a notable outlier with 615 students.
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For families seeking a small-town atmosphere with solid academic spending, Curry County is a strong contender. Look for homes in the Brookings area to be near the county's largest and most central school campuses.
School Overview
Total Schools
7
in Curry County
Total Enrollment
2,062
students
School Districts
3
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
3 School Districts in Curry County
Brookings-Harbor SD 17C
Central Curry SD 1
Port Orford-Langlois SD 2CJ
7 Public Schools in Curry County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kalmiopsis Elementary School | Brookings-Harbor SD 17C | KG–5 | Primary | 615 |
| Brookings-Harbor High School | Brookings-Harbor SD 17C | 9–12 | High | 448 |
| Azalea Middle School | Brookings-Harbor SD 17C | 6–8 | Middle | 341 |
| Riley Creek Elementary School | Central Curry SD 1 | KG–8 | Primary | 310 |
| Driftwood Elementary School | Port Orford-Langlois SD 2CJ | KG–8 | Primary | 169 |
| Gold Beach High School | Central Curry SD 1 | 9–12 | High | 123 |
| Pacific High School | Port Orford-Langlois SD 2CJ | 9–12 | High | 56 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$7,922
State avg $7,886
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Curry County, Oregon — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Curry County, Oregon?
Curry County's education landscape consists of just seven public schools across three districts, serving 2,062 students. The infrastructure is focused on three elementary schools, one middle school, and three high schools.
How do schools in Curry County perform academically?
At $7,922 per student, Curry County's per-pupil spending slightly exceeds the Oregon state average. The county achieves a graduation rate of 79.5% and a school score of 50.0, aligning exactly with the national median.
What are the major school districts in Curry County, Oregon?
Brookings-Harbor SD 17C is the largest district by far, serving 1,404 of the county's 2,062 students. Unlike many neighboring counties, Curry County currently has no charter schools, relying entirely on traditional public districts.
What is the school experience like in Curry County?
Five of the seven schools are located in town settings, while two serve rural populations. The average school size is 295 students, though Kalmiopsis Elementary is a notable outlier with 615 students.
How can I find homes near good schools in Curry County, Oregon?
For families seeking a small-town atmosphere with solid academic spending, Curry County is a strong contender. Look for homes in the Brookings area to be near the county's largest and most central school campuses.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.