Research & Data
Where Does the Money Go? Understanding How Missouri Funds Public Schools
Missouri public schools receive funding from three primary sources: state funding, local funding, and federal funding. The share from each source varies considerably across districts.
View article →Teacher Salaries within the Workforce
Districts with stronger local tax bases consistently pay higher teacher salaries.
View article →The Rapid Growth of Missouri’s MOScholars Voucher Program
MOScholars has expanded rapidly while public school enrollment has remained relatively stable.
View article →Where Does the Money Go? Understanding How Missouri Funds Public Schools
Missouri public schools receive funding from three primary sources: state funding, local funding, and federal funding. The share from each source varies considerably across districts.
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Where Does the Money Go? Understanding How Missouri Funds Public Schools
Missouri public schools receive funding from three primary sources: state funding, local funding, and federal funding. The share from each source varies considerably across districts.
Teacher Salaries within the Workforce
Districts with stronger local tax bases consistently pay higher teacher salaries.
The Rapid Growth of Missouri’s MOScholars Voucher Program
MOScholars has expanded rapidly while public school enrollment has remained relatively stable.
Which Districts Are Most Exposed to Budget Cuts?
Some Missouri school districts depend much more heavily on state funding than others. Small and rural districts with limited local revenue capacity may face greater budget pressure when state support changes.
The Gaming Revenue Gap: Why a Dedicated Education Fund Falls Short in Missouri
Gaming revenue contributes only a small share of education funding and has lost purchasing power over time.