Spring ISD votes to close two schools, citing budget and enrollment

Spring ISD announces two school closures for 2026–27

Spring ISD has announced the closure of Lincoln Elementary and Lincoln Middle School due to declining enrollment and loss of federal funding, with students to be rezoned to other schools in the district.

Spring ISD to close 2 schools after losing over $13 million in federal funding, district says

Spring ISD says a significant budget deficit of more than $13 million has left them with no choice but to close two of its schools.

Spring ISD to close 2 schools citing $13 million budget deficit, enrollment decline

Factors such as the age of each campus, its deferred maintenance, enrollment and location were used to determine which locations would be closed.

Spring ISD votes to close two schools, citing budget and enrollment

The move comes after a series of meetings and public input. It's expected to save the district $4 million and involves several changes.