School District Responsibility for Student Costs During the 2026-2027 School Year
The following amounts will be used for the 2026-2027 school year to determine the school district's responsibility (cost cap) for educating resident students. For special education students and students with significant medical conditions, the school district incurs full cost based on an approved contract and is reimbursed for amounts more than the cost cap. The Department of Public Instruction will pay the excess cost for general education students attending residential treatment facilities, and the district of residence will only be responsible for the state average cost.
Special Education students placed by the district (based on 4 times the state average cost)
| Grade Level | 2025-2026 Cost Cap1 | 2026-2027 Cost Cap | 2026-2027 Daily Rate2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary (grades 1-8) | $60,451.40 | $60,314.40 | $344.65 / day |
| Secondary (grades 9-12) | $64,223.28 | $65,918.08 | $379.67 / day |
Regular and special education students are placed for reasons other than education (based on the state average cost)
| Grade Level | 2025-2026 Cost Cap1 | 2026-2027 Cost Cap | 2026-2027 Daily Rate2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary (grades 1-8) | $15,112.85 | $15,078.60 | $86.16 / day |
| Secondary (grades 9-12) | $16,055.82 | $16,479.52 | $94.17 / day |
| Capital outlay used for tuition purposes | $1,707.48 | $1,698.67 | N/A |
1For comparison purposes only.
2Based on 175-day calendar year.
If you have any questions, please contact Adam Tescher at (701) 328-3291.
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