Recent data released by the state fueling controversy over school voucher program
As if the student voucher systems was not already controversial enough, new data released last week shows that voucher students receive $272.00 dollars more than their public school counterparts. According to state data, voucher recipients received an average of $7,295 in state funds annually, while public school students receive $7,023, a difference of $272 per student. This data is sparking criticism from Democratic lawmakers who argue the program could potentially divert resources from public education.
