Put More Education Dollars Where They Belong:
With Teachers and Classrooms.
Prop 320 requires larger Arizona school districts to spend at least 60 cents of every operational dollar on direct instructional expenses—supporting the teachers, materials and instruction students rely on every day.
Arizona Is Spending More.
Too Little Is Reaching the Classroom.
Arizona families want strong public schools, well-supported teachers and students prepared to succeed. But the Arizona Auditor General reports that the statewide share of district spending devoted to instruction fell to a new low of 52.1% in fiscal year 2025—even as families continue asking for more classroom resources.[1]
Prop 320 sets a clear, reasonable standard for larger districts: at least 60% of operational spending should support direct instruction. That means a stronger focus on the people and resources closest to student learning.
More Resources for Teaching and Learning
Direct more operational dollars toward classroom teachers, instructional staff, books, supplies and the work of helping students learn.
Clear Accountability for Larger Districts
Set a transparent 60% classroom-spending standard so taxpayers and parents can see whether education dollars are reaching instruction.
Time to Make Responsible Changes
Give districts time to improve year by year before financial consequences apply. Prop 320 creates a path to compliance—not a sudden cliff.
