For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,475 students in 97601, OR (there are 2 private schools, serving 33 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 97601, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 97601, OR are Roosevelt Elementary School, Pelican Elementary School and Eagle Ridge New Tech High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97601 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97601, OR have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public school average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97601, OR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Roosevelt Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1125 Eldorado St
Klamath Falls, OR 97601
(541) 883-4750
Klamath Falls, OR 97601
(541) 883-4750
Gr: K-5 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Pelican Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
501 Mclean St
Klamath Falls, OR 97601
(541) 883-4765
Klamath Falls, OR 97601
(541) 883-4765
Gr: K-5 | 257 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
Eagle Ridge New Tech High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
677 South 7th St
Klamath Falls, OR 97601
(541) 884-7627
Klamath Falls, OR 97601
(541) 884-7627
Gr: 9-12 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #44.
Ponderosa Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2554 Main St
Klamath Falls, OR 97601
(541) 883-4740
Klamath Falls, OR 97601
(541) 883-4740
Gr: 6-8 | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #55.
Klamath Union High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Monclaire St
Klamath Falls, OR 97601
(541) 883-4710
Klamath Falls, OR 97601
(541) 883-4710
Gr: 9-12 | 671 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #66.
Joseph Conger Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1700 California
Klamath Falls, OR 97601
(541) 883-4772
Klamath Falls, OR 97601
(541) 883-4772
Gr: K-5 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #77.
Mills Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
520 E Main St
Klamath Falls, OR 97601
(541) 883-4754
Klamath Falls, OR 97601
(541) 883-4754
Gr: K-5 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 97601, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in 97601, OR include Roosevelt Elementary School, Pelican Elementary School and Eagle Ridge New Tech High School.
How many public schools are located in 97601?
7 public schools are located in 97601.
What percentage of students in 97601 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 97601 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97601?
97601 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
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