Updating California’s School Funding Formula

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.

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» Read the policy brief

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

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On Tuesday, January 27, PPIC researchers will present key findings from the report and answer audience questions.

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For additional resources, please visit these PPIC pages:

» K–12 Education

» Poverty & Inequality

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