Part 1: FAST Executive Summary
The Financial Allocation Study for Texas examines school spending and student academic achievement. The executive summary provides a quick look at how spending and academic progress stack up in Texas schools.
This is Part 1 of 4 in the Financial Allocation Study for Texas (FAST) report.
Table of Contents
Study Development and Review Process
- Project Overview
- Expert Consultants
- Texas Education Leaders
- Academic Measures
- Spending Index
- FAST Rating
Public Education Spending in Texas
- Funding
- District Fund Balances
- School District Mandates
- Class Size Limit
- Staff Benefits
- Testing Requirements
- Reporting Mandates
Results
Smart Practices
- Instruction and Staffing
- Financial Management and Technology
- Purchasing and Student Services
- Facilities
