Eugene School District 4J

Our Mission

At Eugene School District 4J, our students are at the heart of everything we do. We focus on equity, excellence, and safety, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where all students can excel and belong.

District Details

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Eugene School District 4J is a K–12 public school district in and around Eugene, Oregon.

The district spans 155 square miles in Oregon’s southern Willamette Valley. Most of the city of Eugene (about 85 percent) lies inside 4J’s boundaries, as do the town of Coburg and a small part of Linn County to the north.

4J’s administration building, the Education Center, is located at 200 North Monroe Street, Eugene, OR 97402. Most central departments are located there.

District Profile Report

Students and Schools

Nearly 16,000 students in grades K–12 attend 4J schools in 19 elementary school programs, eight middle schools, four comprehensive high schools, and alternative high school programs.

Program options include strong and varied neighborhood schools, five K–12 language immersion programs (French, Japanese, two Spanish programs, and a Mandarin Chinese program (K–8 in 2024-25, adding one grade each year), other alternative schools, an International Baccalaureate (IB) high school program on multiple campuses and school choice.

Our Schools

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Why do people say “4J?”

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Some people say “Eugene School District” or “Eugene School District 4J” but for many, just “4J” is easier to both say and write. Also, it helps to differentiate from the Bethel School District, which is also located in Eugene.

Where did the name come from? The Eugene School District originated in 1854, five years before Oregon attained statehood. The district grew over time and, in 1964, incorporated Coburg School, whose attendance boundary goes nearly to Harrisburg in Linn County. The “4” means that 4J was the fourth school district incorporated in Lane County. The “J” means that it is a joint district, including parts of two Oregon counties.

4J Boundaries

Superintendent History