Wichita schools may ask for higher taxes

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The Wichita Eagle reports that the Wichita public school district may ask for more property tax revenue. Following are some charts for this district.

The chart of spending is per student, inflation adjusted. On the enrollment and employment chart, note that the ratio of employees — including teachers — to students has been on a mostly downward trend for many years. Click charts for larger versions.

History of spending in the Wichita school district. Figures are per student, adjusted for inflation.
History of spending in the Wichita school district. Figures are per student, adjusted for inflation.
Enrollment and employment statistics for the Wichita school district.
Enrollment and employment statistics for the Wichita school district.