Pamlico County Schools District allocated a total of $8.7 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 3.7% increase when compared to the $8.4 million spent the previous year on salary.
Among the various expenditures, the largest expenditure from state funds was $8.7 million for salary, followed by employee benefits on which $4 million was spent, and purchased services with $702,067. Additionally, expenditures for supplies and materials and capital outlay were $455,832 and $6,192, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purchased Services | $403,607 | $702,067 | 73.9% |
| Salary | $8,388,814 | $8,701,361 | 3.7% |
| Employee Benefits | $3,942,361 | $4,042,672 | 2.5% |
| Supplies And Materials | $630,962 | $455,832 | -27.8% |
| Capital Outlay | $11,610 | $6,192 | -46.7% |
