Register for our webinar on November 11! A new federal scholarship tax credit is set to take effect in 2027- Join us for a timely conversation about what the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit could mean in practice.
Many students throughout the U.S. attend school in a rural setting. An Urban Institute report identifies that 42% of the country’s school districts are located in a rural area, and they serve 7.7 million students, based on NCES definitions. Rural districts are located in every U.S. state, and they serve a diverse student population. Yet, rural districts also face many unique
The Federal Scholarship Tax Credit was created through federal legislation enacted in 2025 to encourage private contributions that support K–12 educational expenses for eligible students. As states consider whether to participate and federal agencies continue to develop implementation guidance, education leaders are working to understand what the new program could mean for schools, families, and communities. Beginning January 1, 2027, individual
This blog post takes a deep dive into the importance of education finance data by describing education finance data sources, how it is collected, national data delays, and how data is used to supports decisions on the district, state, and national levels.
Register for our webinar on July 30! Join us for a conversation about how districts can use data to better understand whether resources are supporting intended outcomes.
Register for our webinar on July 16! Join us for a conversation about how states are responding to declining enrollment in rural districts—and what those shifts mean for funding, staffing, and long-term sustainability.
This blog post breaks down six of the biggest challenges our education system faces when it comes to education finance. Follow along to learn more about the impact of "The Six Es".
