America’s spending on K-12 education remains significantly higher than in many other developed nations, yet student performance and equity gaps persist, raising questions about efficiency and impact. Critics argue that increased funding alone has not translated into better outcomes, particularly for disadvantaged students, while other countries achieve comparable results with lower costs. The debate highlights whether current spending priorities align with measurable improvements in education quality or if systemic reforms are needed. A closer look examines how resources are allocated and whether alternative approaches could yield stronger results.


America spends too much on K-12 schools | Erika Sanzi  Albany Democrat-Herald