FY27 Portland Public Schools Budget ($179.3M)
Summary
The school district wants $179.9 million next year, which would raise the school portion of property taxes by 7.3% — about $261 a year for a median homeowner. Officials cite declining enrollment and a big drop in state funding.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 16, 2026.
Impact analysis
A median homeowner would pay about $261 more per year in school property taxes under the proposal.
Students and families benefit from continued Strategic Plan investments; homeowners bear the tax increase.
Property owners, especially those on fixed incomes, face a 7.3% increase in the school portion of their tax bill.
Mentions & discussions (4)
Public Art Committee - Sep 16, 2026
The fund has about $274,792 remaining after $202,172 in encumbrances and $151,000 in approved spending. The Tuckerbrook conservation invoice came in $1,200 under budget.
Public Art Committee - Aug 19, 2026
The committee's FY26 annual report and FY27 budget were set for review, with the City Council scheduled to vote on them August 24. The FY27 budget totals $230,000.
Finance Committee - Apr 28, 2026
The school budget funds new secondary math materials, early literacy education technicians in three schools, expanded pre-K and early childhood special education, and an equity audit and Civil Rights Officer. The committee recommended it to the Council unanimously.
Finance Committee - Apr 2, 2026
The school district wants $179.9 million next year, which would raise the school portion of property taxes by 7.3% — about $261 a year for a median homeowner. Officials cite declining enrollment and a big drop in state funding.
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