Funding Our Voyage
Where the Dollars Come From
Texas public schools are funded through a blend of local, state, and federal dollars
Each plays a unique role in supporting student success.
- Local funds come primarily from property taxes in the district.
- State funds are calculated on our Channelview ISD students’ attendance using the state’s per student Basic Allotment. The district receives additional funds for certain programs like Career and Technical Education (CTE), Special Education and services for at-risk students.
- Federal funds vary by district and in Channelview ISD, these funds make up the smallest piece of the pie.
Mapping it Out
Channelview ISD’s funding comes primarily from the state, with additional support from local property taxes and a small portion from federal programs.
2%
Federal Funding
The district anticipates $2,035,000 million in federal funding.
30%
Local Property Taxes & Funding
Local funding sources are expected to reach $31,278,392.
67%
State Funding
CISD anticipates $69,455,503 in state funding for 2025-26.
Because these funding levels can rise or fall based on factors like attendance, property values, and state decisions, the district must continually make adjustments to stay on course.
The final 1% of funding comes from “Transfer In” funds.
or savings account into another fund to help cover expenses.
Texas falls below the national
average in per-student spending.
Some lists have Texas as low as 46th or 47th in the United States in this crucial funding area!
State Funding - Anchors Away!
Per student state funding has been unchanged since 2019 at $6,160 per student.
The 89th Texas Legislature increased funding by $55, bringing the per student allotment to $6,215, however, this falls significantly short of the amount needed to keep up with inflation.
Since 2019, the Consumer Price Index shows greater than a 17% increase in average inflation.