Higher Spending Does Not Guarantee Better Outcomes

Per-pupil spending compared with 2025 NYS 3rd grade ELA proficiency rates.

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Charter networks also received modest levels of philanthropic support per student (under $300) in addition to public funding.

Chart: Liena ZagareSource: NYC DOE and audited charter school reportsCreated with Datawrapper