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FY2027 Portland Public Schools Budget

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.

3 mentionsLast discussed May 18, 2026

HighSchools

FY2027 School Budget

The Council took the first read of Portland's FY27 school budget — $167 million total, with $135.4 million from property taxes. Residents get a say at the May 18 hearing and vote June 9.

1 mentionLast discussed May 4, 2026