Klamath County Schools & Education
Klamath County, Oregon
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
32/100
Higher = better
Rating
Below Average
Graduation Rate
80.3%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
80.3%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 82.3%
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,524
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,886
School Score
32/100
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
#26
of 36 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Klamath County
School Verdict
Klamath County faces educational challenges with a school score of 32/100 and a graduation rate of 80.3%, falling below typical benchmarks.
Funding Context
At $7,524 per pupil, Klamath County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Klamath County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 23% below the Oregon average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 2.0 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 5% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Klamath County, Oregon
Education Infrastructure in Klamath County
Klamath County manages 30 public schools, including 17 elementary and 9 high schools, serving a total of 9,598 students. These schools are organized into two distinct districts covering both urban and remote areas.
Performance Metrics and Educational Funding
The graduation rate stands at 80.3%, trailing both the state average of 82.3% and the national 87.0% benchmark. Local investment sits at $7,524 per pupil, which is lower than the Oregon state average of $7,886.
Large Districts Serving Klamath Families
Klamath County SD is the largest district with 21 schools and 6,877 students, while Klamath Falls City Schools serves another 2,721 students. Only one charter school currently operates in the county, representing 3.3% of total schools.
A Rural and Small-Town School Feel
The educational landscape is split evenly between 15 rural and 15 town locales, maintaining an intimate average school size of 320 students. Henley High School leads the county in enrollment with 693 students, followed closely by Mazama High School at 690.
Investing in Klamath County Communities
Families looking for a small-town atmosphere will find diverse housing options near established campuses like Henley or Peterson Elementary. Evaluating local school district boundaries is essential when selecting the right home for your family's future.
School Overview
Total Schools
30
in Klamath County
Total Enrollment
9,598
students
School Districts
2
districts
Charter Schools
1
3% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
2 School Districts in Klamath County
Klamath County SD
Klamath Falls City Schools
30 Public Schools in Klamath County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Henley High School | Klamath County SD | 9–12 | High | 693 |
| Mazama High School | Klamath County SD | 9–12 | High | 690 |
| Klamath Union High School | Klamath Falls City Schools | 9–12 | High | 645 |
| Peterson Elementary School | Klamath County SD | KG–6 | Primary | 606 |
| Ponderosa Middle School | Klamath Falls City Schools | 6–8 | Middle | 565 |
| Ferguson Elementary School | Klamath County SD | KG–6 | Primary | 539 |
| Henley Elementary School | Klamath County SD | KG–6 | Primary | 520 |
| Shasta Elementary School | Klamath County SD | KG–6 | Primary | 518 |
| Henley Middle School | Klamath County SD | 7–8 | Middle | 419 |
| Brixner Junior High School | Klamath County SD | 7–8 | Middle | 406 |
| Stearns Elementary School | Klamath County SD | KG–6 | Primary | 349 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School | Klamath Falls City Schools | KG–5 | Primary | 316 |
| Mills Elementary School | Klamath Falls City Schools | KG–5 | Primary | 312 |
| Falcon Heights | Klamath County SD | KG–12 | Alternative | 305 |
| Joseph Conger Elementary School | Klamath Falls City Schools | KG–5 | Primary | 286 |
| Pelican Elementary School | Klamath Falls City Schools | KG–5 | Primary | 270 |
| Bonanza Elementary School | Klamath County SD | KG–6 | Primary | 233 |
| Lost River High School | Klamath County SD | 7–12 | High | 228 |
| Chiloquin Elementary School | Klamath County SD | KG–6 | Primary | 226 |
| Bonanza Junior/Senior High School | Klamath County SD | 7–12 | High | 221 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$7,524
State avg $7,886
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Klamath County, Oregon — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Klamath County, Oregon?
Klamath County manages 30 public schools, including 17 elementary and 9 high schools, serving a total of 9,598 students. These schools are organized into two distinct districts covering both urban and remote areas.
How do schools in Klamath County perform academically?
The graduation rate stands at 80.3%, trailing both the state average of 82.3% and the national 87.0% benchmark. Local investment sits at $7,524 per pupil, which is lower than the Oregon state average of $7,886.
What are the major school districts in Klamath County, Oregon?
Klamath County SD is the largest district with 21 schools and 6,877 students, while Klamath Falls City Schools serves another 2,721 students. Only one charter school currently operates in the county, representing 3.3% of total schools.
What is the school experience like in Klamath County?
The educational landscape is split evenly between 15 rural and 15 town locales, maintaining an intimate average school size of 320 students. Henley High School leads the county in enrollment with 693 students, followed closely by Mazama High School at 690.
How can I find homes near good schools in Klamath County, Oregon?
Families looking for a small-town atmosphere will find diverse housing options near established campuses like Henley or Peterson Elementary. Evaluating local school district boundaries is essential when selecting the right home for your family's future.
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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.