NJ School District Spending Per Student: New Data Released.
New data from Patch shows that New Jersey school districts budgeted about $20,000 per student for the 2023/24 school year, with some districts planning to spend $80,000 or more per student.
Why It Matters
For education professionals in NJ, this data provides a benchmark for comparing district funding levels, which can inform budget planning, resource allocation, and advocacy for equitable funding.