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State school funding inequity
Summary
Lake County schools get roughly $9,500 per student from state and local sources while Sumter County gets about $13,000 — the district ranks 64th of 67 Florida counties. Educators want the district to help publicize the gap and push for change.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jul 27, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
Roughly $3,500 less per student than neighboring Sumter County.
✅Who benefits
Students and employees if awareness leads to funding reform.
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