School finance can often feel complex, but the decisions behind staffing and salaries, the largest expense for most school districts, affect every student, educator and family. That’s why Frontline Education is excited to introduce its new Staffing and Salaries Community Report.

This report is designed to help districts share clear, approachable data about how resources are allocated to support teaching and learning. Instead of lengthy spreadsheets or technical jargon, this Community Report translates staffing levels, salary trends and enrollment patterns into visuals and narratives that anyone – whether a parent, board member or community stakeholder – can easily understand.

By making this information more accessible districts can foster stronger connections and more productive conversations about priorities, equity and long-term planning. The Staffing and Salaries Community Report is the third in Frontline’s Community Series, following earlier reports on Special Education and Cost per Student. Together, these tools create pathways for trust, transparency and shared understanding. 

 

As school districts continue to navigate evolving workforce needs and fiscal realities, this report offers more than data. It provides a bridge – helping communities see not just the numbers, but the story of how schools invest in people to drive student success.

 

Frontline (Forecast5) Resource: Financial Planning Analytics (5Cast)
For more information, please contact Brett Williams, bwilliams@frontlineed.com, 315.978.6010