CA K-12 homelessness increases but some question spending

CA K-12 homelessness increases but some question spending

(The Center Square) – K-12 student homelessness has increased by 10% since 2020 in California, raising concerns among education analysts about whether the millions of dollars allocated to address homelessness

Homelessness among K-12 in California increases amid questionable spending

In the 2026-27 California budget, Gov. Gavin Newsom approved a $116 million allocation to support K-12 students experiencing homelessness. The state has allocated almost $25 billion toward addressing homelessness since 2019.

K-12 homelessness increases but some question spending

Despite a 10% rise in K-12 student homelessness in California since 2020 and billions spent to address the issue, experts question whether state funding is addressing the root causes or improving student outcomes.