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District enrollment dips below budget projection, officials warn of revenue risk
Summary
District enrollment headcount fell from 925 at the start of the year to 911 in November, below the budgeted yearly average of 918; administration warned that continued declines could mean overstated revenue and possible budget adjustments.
District staff reported a decline in headcount during the fall and told the board that ongoing decreases could affect budgeted revenue.
The enrollment report recorded 925 students at the start of the school year, 923 in October and 911 in November. Administration noted the district’s budget is based on a yearly average of 918; if enrollment remains below the projected average, the district may need to revise revenue estimates and adjust the revised budget.
Staff attributed part of the November decline to family moves out of the district and a small number of students returning to homeschooling. The administration said it is attempting to contact families who left to better understand causes and whether pupils might return.
Officials said they will monitor numbers through December and noted the district historically sees further declines in January; if the trend continues, the board can expect a discussion about the revised budget at a later meeting.
