Hoke County Schools District allocated a total of $48.1 million from state funds to salary in the 2023-24 school year, according to data gathered by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.
This sum represents a 5.1% increase when compared to the $45.8 million spent the previous year on salary.
Among the various expenditures, the largest expenditure from state funds was $48.1 million for salary, followed by employee benefits on which $19.8 million was spent, and supplies and materials with $2.8 million. Additionally, expenditures for purchased services and capital outlay were $2.7 million and $29,442, respectively.
Despite steady enrollment, North Carolina schools continue to face significant funding challenges. The state’s per-student spending remains nearly $5,000 below the national average, limiting resources for teachers, classrooms, and student support programs. In fact, North Carolina ranks 48th out of 50 states in per-student funding (after adjusting for regional costs).
| Category | Spending in 2022-23 | Spending in 2023-24 | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other | $6,227 | $20,532 | 229.7% |
| Capital Outlay | $11,203 | $29,442 | 162.8% |
| Salary | $45,777,720 | $48,129,946 | 5.1% |
| Employee Benefits | $19,252,936 | $19,783,262 | 2.8% |
| Purchased Services | $2,702,884 | $2,710,389 | 0.3% |
| Supplies And Materials | $3,541,121 | $2,847,935 | -19.6% |
