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To assess the education funding environment in South Carolina, including P–12 and higher education funding.

May 7, 2026

South Carolina

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To assess the education funding environment in South Carolina, including P–12 and higher education funding.
Analysis of state funding priorities and changes to the funding formula
Examination of per pupil expenditures and allocation of state dollars
Assessment of state budget percentages for P–12 and higher education
Identified key education funding priorities in South Carolina
Outlined changes in funding formulas affecting allocation
Estimated per pupil expenditures and budget contributions for P–12 and higher education

Abstract

This State of the States report covers the education funding environment for South Carolina. Education funding priorities, changes to the funding formula, pressing state issues in funding, and topics exclusive to P–12 funding are assessed. State per pupil expenditures, the allocation of state dollars, and the percentage of the state budget for P–12 and higher education are identified.

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Sharda Jackson Smith

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University of South Carolina Upstate

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Sharda Jackson Smith (Wed,) studied this question.

www.synapsesocial.com/papers/69fbe382164b5133a91a2ba5 — DOI: https://doi.org/10.3138/jehr-2025-0052

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