PPIC New Publication
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Updating California’s School Funding Formula
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Julien Lafortune, Iwunze Ugo, and Brett Guinan

California’s school funding formula has boosted funding for high-need students and increased district autonomy. While student outcomes have improved, schools still face fiscal and academic challenges. This report examines how tweaks to the funding system could affect state spending and district allocations, highlighting the trade-offs involved.

~ Read the report here - [link removed]
~ Read the policy brief here - [link removed]

Supported with funding from the Stuart Foundation and the William T. Grant Foundation.

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SAVE THE DATE
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Updating California’s School Funding Formula
January 27, 2026
On Tuesday, January 27, PPIC researchers will present key findings from the report and answer audience questions.

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For additional resources, visit these PPIC pages:
~ K–12 Education - [link removed]
~ Poverty & Inequality - [link removed]

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