Harney County Schools & Education
Harney County, Oregon
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
20/100
Higher = better
Rating
Below Average
Graduation Rate
88.1%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
88.1%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 82.3%
Per-Pupil Spending
$3,412
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,886
School Score
20/100
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
#32
of 36 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Harney County
School Verdict
Harney County faces educational challenges with a school score of 20/100 and a graduation rate of 88.1%, falling below typical benchmarks.
Funding Context
At $3,412 per pupil, Harney County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Harney County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 51% below the Oregon average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 5.8 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 57% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Harney County, Oregon
A Diverse 15-School System
Harney County manages 15 public schools across 10 school districts, serving 1,946 students. The infrastructure is primarily elementary-focused, with nine primary schools and three high schools supporting the region.
Exceptional Graduation Rates
The county achieves an 88.1% graduation rate, surpassing both the state average of 82.3% and the national benchmark of 87%. While per-pupil spending is reported at a lower $3,412, the county still maintains a graduation-focused culture.
Harney County Union High Leads
Harney County Union High SD 1J is the largest district, educating 981 students across two schools. The county features one charter school, Silvies River, which alone serves nearly 900 students across multiple grades.
Personal Learning in Small Settings
Eleven of the county's 15 schools are in rural settings, with the remaining four in town locales. Most schools are very small, contributing to an average enrollment of just 130 students per campus.
High Performance in Harney County
Families moving to Harney County benefit from graduation rates that are among the best in the state. Exploring homes here means joining a community that clearly prioritizes getting students through to graduation.
School Overview
Total Schools
15
in Harney County
Total Enrollment
1,946
students
School Districts
10
districts
Charter Schools
1
7% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
10 School Districts in Harney County
Harney County Union High SD 1J
Harney County SD 4
Harney County SD 3
Diamond SD 7
Drewsey SD 13
South Harney SD 33
Frenchglen SD 16
Double O SD 28
Pine Creek SD 5
Suntex SD 10
15 Public Schools in Harney County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silvies River Charter School | Harney County Union High SD 1J | KG–12 | Charter | 896 |
| Henry L Slater Elementary School | Harney County SD 3 | KG–5 | Primary | 352 |
| Burns High School | Harney County SD 3 | 9–12 | High | 219 |
| Crane Elementary School | Harney County SD 4 | KG–8 | Primary | 168 |
| Hines Middle School | Harney County SD 3 | 6–8 | Middle | 164 |
| Crane Union High School | Harney County Union High SD 1J | 9–12 | High | 85 |
| Monroe School | ODE YCEP District | 6–12 | High | 12 |
| Diamond Elementary School | Diamond SD 7 | KG–8 | Primary | 11 |
| Drewsey Elementary School | Drewsey SD 13 | KG–8 | Primary | 10 |
| Fields Elementary School | South Harney SD 33 | KG–8 | Primary | 8 |
| Burns High Desert Academy | Harney County SD 3 | KG–12 | Alternative | 7 |
| Frenchglen Elementary School | Frenchglen SD 16 | KG–8 | Primary | 6 |
| Double O Elementary School | Double O SD 28 | KG–8 | Primary | 3 |
| Pine Creek Elementary School | Pine Creek SD 5 | KG–8 | Primary | 3 |
| Suntex Elementary School | Suntex SD 10 | KG–8 | Primary | 2 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$3,412
State avg $7,886
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Harney County, Oregon — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Harney County, Oregon?
Harney County manages 15 public schools across 10 school districts, serving 1,946 students. The infrastructure is primarily elementary-focused, with nine primary schools and three high schools supporting the region.
How do schools in Harney County perform academically?
The county achieves an 88.1% graduation rate, surpassing both the state average of 82.3% and the national benchmark of 87%. While per-pupil spending is reported at a lower $3,412, the county still maintains a graduation-focused culture.
What are the major school districts in Harney County, Oregon?
Harney County Union High SD 1J is the largest district, educating 981 students across two schools. The county features one charter school, Silvies River, which alone serves nearly 900 students across multiple grades.
What is the school experience like in Harney County?
Eleven of the county's 15 schools are in rural settings, with the remaining four in town locales. Most schools are very small, contributing to an average enrollment of just 130 students per campus.
How can I find homes near good schools in Harney County, Oregon?
Families moving to Harney County benefit from graduation rates that are among the best in the state. Exploring homes here means joining a community that clearly prioritizes getting students through to graduation.
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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.