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District overview

Auburn City Schools

Funding structure, how it compares to peers, and where major projects stand.

Facade of 800 building's library on the campus of Auburn High School located in Auburn, Alabama
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How Auburn City Schools pays for schools and facilities

Local taxes and long-range capital planning are central

Auburn City Schools combines state funding with local taxes and City of Auburn appropriations. Its budget and audit describe a large facilities program alongside everyday classroom costs.

Local support

The FY 2026 budget describes City of Auburn sales-tax support and local tax revenue as major funding sources.

Board governance

A five-member Auburn City Board of Education governs the district; members are appointed by the City Council.

Capital planning

The district’s 2035 Facilities Master Plan guides rebuilding and renovation needs.

Where the district stands

FY 2026 capital outlayverified
63,298,544 USD
FY 2025 unassigned General Fund balanceverified
33,211,317 USD

Major projects

2035 Facilities Master Plan

in progress

The district’s long-range plan includes major renovations and rebuilding work, including Wrights Mill Road Elementary School.

Next: Future project timing depends on the district’s capital plan and available local funding.
  1. FY 2025 audit describes the plan and its estimated capital needs.
  2. FY 2026 budget includes capital-project funding.

Funding

Local funds from the 16 Mill Special School Tax Fund

Recent news

This page uses Auburn City Schools’ published financial audit, budget, and accountability records.

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