State Ratings Rubric Archive

See how Southern states have measured up on school funding over the years.

Note: The rubric was updated in 2025, with changes to some components and criteria. Because of this, some differences between 2024 and 2025 ratings may reflect updates to the rubric rather than actual policy changes. For questions, contact fundsouthernschools.org.

Arkansas

Kentucky

Louisiana

Mississippi

North Carolina

South Carolina

Tennessee

Virginia