The $12.7 Billion Breaking Point: Why NJ’s 2026 School Aid Hike Still Leaves Students Behind
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
TRENTON, NJ — Governor Mikie Sherrill has officially released the state aid figures for the 2026-2027 school year, boasting a record-breaking $12.7 billion in funding. But behind the headlines, a sobering reality is emerging: despite the massive price tag, many of New Jersey’s nearly 600 districts are still facing devastating budget shortfalls, program cuts, and staff layoffs.
