Funding Hamilton County Schools
Hamilton County Schools is made up of more than 45,000 students and 6,000 employees – that’s more than 50,000 people who rely on the district’s budget for support.
Every year, district leaders evaluate the needs of the district and identify priorities for improvement to craft the next school year’s budget. The superintendent works alongside the Hamilton County Board of Education to develop a budget that best meets these needs and continues a path of progress in Hamilton County Schools.
Throughout March, April, and May, the Hamilton County Board of Education will carefully review the proposed budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year.
The final version of the FY 2026-2027 Operating Budget will be available after the approval of the Hamilton County Board of Education and Hamilton County Commission.
Budget Process and Timeline
Your input is vital to the success of Hamilton County Schools!
Each year, Hamilton County Schools asks for stakeholder input to guide the district’s budget and continued work on the strategic plan – Opportunity 2030. This annual survey helps ensure decisions reflect the needs of our staff, students, families, and community. Your feedback plays a key role in shaping priorities and supporting student success. By sharing your voice, you help create school environments where all students can thrive.
Take a few minutes to complete the survey and be part of the progress.
Previous Budget Cycles
FY 2025-2026
FY 25-26 Budget Proposal
Hamilton County Schools is made up of more than 45,000 students and 6,000 employees – that’s more than 50,000 people who rely on the district’s budget for support.
Every year, district leaders evaluate the needs of the district and identify priorities for improvement to craft the next school year’s budget. The superintendent works alongside the Hamilton County Board of Education to develop a budget that best meets these needs and continues a path of progress in Hamilton County Schools.
Throughout March, April, and May, the Hamilton County Board of Education will carefully review the proposed budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year.
The final version of the FY 2025-2026 Operating Budget will be available after the approval of the Hamilton County Board of Education and Hamilton County Commission.
Budget Process and Timeline
FY2026 Budget Resources
FY 2024-2025
FY 24-25 Budget Proposal
Hamilton County Schools is made up of more than 45,000 students and 6,000 employees – that’s more than 50,000 people who rely on the district’s budget for support.
Every year, district leaders evaluate the needs of the district and identify priorities for improvement to craft the next school year’s budget. The superintendent works alongside the Hamilton County Board of Education to develop a budget that best meets these needs and continues a path of progress in Hamilton County Schools.
Throughout March, April, and May, the Hamilton County Board of Education will carefully review the proposed budget for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. See the timeline below for specific details.
FY2025 Budget Resources
FY 2023-2024
FY 23-24 Budget Proposal
Hamilton County Schools is made up of more than 45,000 students and 6,000 employees – that’s more than 50,000 people who rely on the district’s budget for support.
Every year, district leaders evaluate the needs of the district and identify priorities for improvement to craft the next school year’s budget. The superintendent works alongside the Hamilton County Board of Education to develop a budget that best meets these needs and continues a path of progress in Hamilton County Schools.
Throughout March, April, and May, the Hamilton County Board of Education will carefully review the proposed budget for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. See the timeline below for specific details.
FY2024 Budget Resources
FY 2022-2023
FY 22-23 Budget Proposal
Hamilton County Schools is made up of more than 44,000 students and 6,000 employees – that’s more than 50,000 people who rely on the district’s budget for support.
Every year, district leaders evaluate the needs of the district and identify priorities for improvement to craft the next school year’s budget. The superintendent works alongside the Hamilton County Board of Education to develop a budget that best meets these needs and continues a path of progress in Hamilton County Schools.
Throughout March, April, and May, the Hamilton County Board of Education will carefully review the proposed budget for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. See the timeline below for specific details.
FY2023 Budget Resources
FY 2021-2022
FY 21-22 Budget Proposal
Hamilton County Schools is made up of more than 44,000 students and 6,000 employees – that’s more than 50,000 people who rely on the district’s budget for support.
Every year, district leaders evaluate the needs of the district and identify priorities for improvement to craft the next school year’s budget. The superintendent works alongside the Hamilton County Board of Education to develop a budget that best meets these needs and continues a path of progress in Hamilton County Schools.
Throughout March, April and May, the Hamilton County Board of Education will carefully review the proposed budget for the 2021-2022 fiscal year. See the timeline below for specific details.
FY2022 Budget Resources
FY 2020-2021
FY 20-21 Budget Proposal
Hamilton County Schools is made up of more than 44,000 students and 6,000 employees – that’s more than 50,000 people who rely on the district’s budget for support.
Every year, district leaders evaluate the needs of the district and identify priorities for improvement to craft the next school year’s budget. The superintendent works alongside the Hamilton County Board of Education to develop a budget that best meets these needs and continues a path of progress in Hamilton County Schools.
Throughout March, April and May, the Hamilton County Board of Education will carefully review the proposed budget for the 2020-2021 fiscal year. See the timeline below for specific details.
