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Interactive Model of Education Cost Sharing (ECS) Formula

Published: Jul 23, 2025

This interactive model breaks down each aspect of the Education Cost Sharing (ECS) formula and details how each town's grant is determined. Additionally, the model details each town's estimated projected ECS grants, according to the formula, from fiscal year 2026 to fiscal year 2034.

Citation
School and State Finance Project. (2025). FY 2026 Town ECS Model. Southington, CT: Author. Available from https://schoolstatefinance.org/reports/interactive-model-of-education-cost-sharing-ecs-formula.

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