Public Accountability Report Public Accountability Report

State Board of Education
(Appropriated Spending in Thousands)
  FY 2025 FY 2024
Reporting Programs Expenditures Headcount Expenditures Headcount
Student Learning $ 14,272,776.6 426.0 $ 14,889,125.8 368.0
Elevating Educators $ 140,866.6 58.0 $ 143,090.0 60.0
Learning Conditions $ 116,274.5 15.0 $ 108,875.1 40.0
Totals $ 14,529,917.7 499.0 $ 15,141,090.9 468.0

Amounts may not sum to total due to rounding.

Agency Narrative

The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) annually evaluates the "Comprehensive Strategic Plan for Elementary and Secondary Education" to ensure it remains meaningful as education initiatives are implemented in Illinois. Reporting programs in this report align to the Board's strategic goals:

  • Student Learning: All students will receive a high-quality education with access to appropriate resources and supports to increase their knowledge, skills, and opportunities so they graduate equipped to pursue a successful future.
  • Learning Conditions: In partnership with its stakeholders, ISBE will advocate for the necessary resources to create safe, healthy, and welcoming learning environments that meet the unique academic, social, and emotional needs of every student.
  • Elevating Educators: Illinois’ diverse student population will have educators who are prepared through multiple pathways and supported in and celebrated for their effectiveness in providing every child a high-quality education that meets their needs.
The indicators within this year's report highlight important gains made with Illinois' public education system that help to achieve these strategic goals. As we continue to make improvements, we recognize that continuous improvements will ensure every student achieves academic success.

 

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