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| Metric | Klamath Falls City Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 2,721 | 3,544 | ↓ Smaller than avg |
| Number of Schools | 9 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $19,117/yr | $17,619/yr | ↑ 9% above avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | Not rated | — | Not comparable |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Klamath Falls City Schools (this district) | Not rated | — | 2,721 |
| Klamath County School District | 6/10 | 57th | 7,081 |
| Butte Falls School District 91 | 1/10 | 7th | 196 |
| Ashland School District 5 | 10/10 | 97th | 2,568 |
About Klamath Falls City Schools
Families in zip code 97601 (Klamath Falls, Oregon) are assigned to Klamath Falls City Schools for public education through 12th. This overview covers the district’s funding levels, scale, rating, and what to expect from the enrollment process if you’re moving to or within this zip code.
About this district’s rating
Klamath Falls City Schools does not have a SchoolDistrictFinder rating yet. Our ratings rank each district’s state reading and math proficiency against the other districts in Oregon that this site covers, and Klamath Falls City Schools was not part of that comparison when the Oregon ratings were last calculated. That says nothing about its schools’ results — the Oregon state report card publishes them, and families should review it, contact the district and visit schools before making a housing or enrollment decision.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 97601
Children in zip code 97601 are assigned to Klamath Falls City Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 97601, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Klamath Falls City Schools at (541)883-4700 or visit www.kfalls.k12.or.us. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Oregon districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Klamath Falls
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because Klamath Falls City Schools serves zip code 97601, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 97601. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Oregon, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Klamath Falls City Schools programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 97601.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Klamath Falls City Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 97601 data.