Document Type
Article
Publication Date
12-2021
Abstract
Staffing ratios are a key component of the Essential Programs and Services (EPS) funding model. When multiplied by student enrollment, they determine a large proportion of a district’s total funding allocation. The EPS formula establishes the number of full-time equivalent (FTE) staff necessary per student to ensure all students have an opportunity to achieve the Maine Learning Results. This includes staff positions for several school-level functions deemed essential to student learning and school management, including teachers, guidance counselors, librarians, education technicians (“education technicians”), library/media technicians, school health professionals (nurses), administrative assistants, and school administrators (principals and assistant principals). The ratios vary by grade level. Until recently, ratios were provided for three grade levels: preK-5, 6 to 8, and 9 to 12. Beginning in FY2019, a separate teacher ratio was created for grades pre-K and K.
Recommended Citation
Morris, Lisa PhD and Johnson, Amy F. PhD, "EPS Report of Findings: Staff Ratios" (2021). Staff Ratios. 2.
https://digitalcommons.usm.maine.edu/eps_staffratios/2
