| Metric | Klamath River Union Elementary School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 6 | 3,700 | ↓ Smaller than avg |
| Number of Schools | 1 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $15,700/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | — | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 8/10 — Good | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Klamath River Union Elementary School District (this district) | 8/10 | 77th | 6 |
| Shasta Union High School District | 8/10 | 78th | 4,265 |
| Siskiyou Union High School District | 6/10 | 58th | 531 |
| Red Bluff Joint Union High School District | 5/10 | 41st | 1,747 |
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Ranked against 473 rated districts in CA → 77th percentile → 8/10.
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education EDFacts, 2017–18 school year (most recent available for this district). Full methodology →
- Klamath River Elementary — Grades K–8 · 5 students
About Klamath River Union Elementary School District
Zip code 96085 in Klamath River Union, California is served by Klamath River Union Elementary School District for public school enrollment. The district covers grades Pre-K–12th. This page provides a data-driven overview of Klamath River Union Elementary School District’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
Understanding the 8/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Klamath River Union Elementary School District 8 out of 10 — above average among California public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2017–18 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because California is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
⚠️ Small-district caveat. Klamath River Union Elementary School District enrolls 6 students. A percentile rank drawn from so few test-takers is statistically unstable — it can move several points from one year to the next on normal variation alone, and a single class of students can swing it. Treat this rating as a rough signal rather than a precise ranking, and look at the school-level detail below before drawing conclusions.
Klamath River Union Elementary School District earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in California. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 96085
Children in zip code 96085 are assigned to Klamath River Union Elementary School District 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 96085, 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 River Union Elementary School District at the number listed on the district website or visit krues.k12.ca.us. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — California 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 Scott Bar
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Klamath River Union Elementary School District serves zip code 96085, homes in and around zip code 96085 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. 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 California, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Klamath River Union Elementary School District 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 96085.
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, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Klamath River Union Elementary School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 96085 data.