Cochran County Schools & Education
Cochran County, Texas
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
64/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
90.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
90.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 91.6%
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,879
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,498
School Score
64/100
Higher = better
State avg 56/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#82
of 253 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Cochran County
School Verdict
Cochran County performs at an average level with a school score of 64/100 and a solid graduation rate of 90.0%.
Funding Context
Cochran County spends $8,879 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Cochran County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 14% above the Texas average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 1.6 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 18% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Cochran County, Texas
Streamlined All-in-One Rural Schools
Cochran County maintains a unique education structure with 2 public schools serving 682 students. Both campuses are classified as 'other' because they provide PK-12 education in a single setting, one for each of the county's two districts. This model allows for maximum resource sharing in a low-population area.
Exceptional Local Investment in Students
Cochran County invests heavily in its students, with a per-pupil expenditure of $8,879—significantly higher than the Texas average. This investment supports a 90.0% graduation rate, which exceeds the national average of 87.0%. The county's school score of 57.6 also ranks well above the state median of 55.3.
Morton and Whiteface Lead Education
Education is split nearly evenly between Morton ISD, which serves 353 students, and Whiteface CISD, which serves 329. Both districts operate traditional public schools with no charter competition in the area. This ensures that all educational funding and community support remain focused on these two central institutions.
Small All-Grade Campuses in a Rural Setting
Both schools in Cochran County are rural, PK-12 campuses where students remain with the same cohort for their entire education. Morton School is the largest campus with 353 students, while Whiteface School follows closely with 329. The average school size of 341 students fosters a tight-knit, multi-generational community feel.
Stability and Support in Morton or Whiteface
Families seeking a stable, well-funded educational environment will find Cochran County highly appealing. The PK-12 school model means your children will have a consistent support system from their first day of school to graduation. Check out local home listings in Morton and Whiteface to join this dedicated school community.
School Overview
Total Schools
2
in Cochran County
Total Enrollment
682
students
School Districts
2
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
2 School Districts in Cochran County
MORTON ISD
WHITEFACE CISD
2 Public Schools in Cochran County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MORTON SCHOOL | MORTON ISD | PK–12 | Other | 353 |
| WHITEFACE SCHOOL | WHITEFACE CISD | PK–12 | Other | 329 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$8,879
State avg $7,498
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Cochran County, Texas — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Cochran County, Texas?
Cochran County maintains a unique education structure with 2 public schools serving 682 students. Both campuses are classified as 'other' because they provide PK-12 education in a single setting, one for each of the county's two districts. This model allows for maximum resource sharing in a low-population area.
How do schools in Cochran County perform academically?
Cochran County invests heavily in its students, with a per-pupil expenditure of $8,879—significantly higher than the Texas average. This investment supports a 90.0% graduation rate, which exceeds the national average of 87.0%. The county's school score of 57.6 also ranks well above the state median of 55.3.
What are the major school districts in Cochran County, Texas?
Education is split nearly evenly between Morton ISD, which serves 353 students, and Whiteface CISD, which serves 329. Both districts operate traditional public schools with no charter competition in the area. This ensures that all educational funding and community support remain focused on these two central institutions.
What is the school experience like in Cochran County?
Both schools in Cochran County are rural, PK-12 campuses where students remain with the same cohort for their entire education. Morton School is the largest campus with 353 students, while Whiteface School follows closely with 329. The average school size of 341 students fosters a tight-knit, multi-generational community feel.
How can I find homes near good schools in Cochran County, Texas?
Families seeking a stable, well-funded educational environment will find Cochran County highly appealing. The PK-12 school model means your children will have a consistent support system from their first day of school to graduation. Check out local home listings in Morton and Whiteface to join this dedicated school community.
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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.