School District Budget Information
School Finance, Tax Rate Information and Resources
The Maricopa County School Superintendent's Office offers the following fiscal management services:
Financial consulting.
Reconciling cash balances with the County Treasurer's office.
Assist in budget preparation and analysis with school districts.
Reviewing annual financial reports and expenditure budgets.
Working cooperatively with school districts in determining local property tax rates.
Assisting school districts in complying with state and federal statutes and regulations.
Deposit revenues with the County Treasurer on behalf of school districts.
Act as a liaison on behalf of school districts with local, county, state and federal entities.
As the fiscal agent for 37 Maricopa County school districts, the superintendent's office also ensures maintenance of accurate and current federal and state grant project records in accordance with federal and state guidelines.
This office is also responsible for the fiscal management of our own grant projects, ensuring that responsible business practices are followed in all areas, including procurement, reporting and alliance building. We assist schools and districts in their pursuit of funding opportunities. We are not able to assist students or individuals in searching for grant opportunities.
The office is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m to 4 p.m., Friday.
GENERAL FORMS
Fiscal Year 2017-2018
Fiscal Year 2015-2016
Fiscal Year 2014-2015
Fiscal Year 2013-2014
SCHOOL EQUALIZATION AND TAXES
Fiscal Year 2024-2025
Assessed Valuations 2024
(Updated 2.14.24)
Fiscal Year 2023-2024
Fiscal Year 2022-2023
Fiscal Year 2021-2022
Fiscal Year 2019-2020
Fiscal Year 2018-2019
WEB RESOURCES
Arizona Department of Education
District Budgets: ADE generated reports and documents submitted by school districts.
Payment Schedules, Reports, and Statistical Data: State education funding payment schedule, reports, and statistical data.
Arizona Auditor General
Forms and Report Updates via RSS Feed: The RSS feed will ensure you receive the information and forms necessary to complete budgets and AFRs.
School Districts Reports and Memos: See what each district spends per pupil, cost measures, who's meeting AIMS standards, and much more with these reports.
Policy and Law
Our office assists in supporting the Enterprise Accounting Software Enhancement (EASE) Group as part of a pro-active approach towards supporting the school districts we serve.
SCHOOL DISTRICT GRANT WEB RESOURCES
SCHOOL FINANCE FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How I obtain a customized report?
Our Visions experts can create a customized report to meet your needs. Call Technical Support at 602-372-4833 for more information.
How can I obtain my district’s current reconciliation report?
Contact Financial Systems Support (FSS) at fss@maricopa.gov.
What is a Fiscal Agent?
By Arizona State statutes (A.R.S. 15-302), the office of the Superintendent provides accounting services to school districts such as payroll and expense processing, budget preparation and analysis, check and cash balance reconciliation, tax rate calculation, and financial report preparation.
What is an Education Service Agency?
The Arizona Dept. of Education has directed County school superintendent’s offices to provide services and support for the schools and their professional educators and administrators. Activities include facilitating workshops and training sessions that offer instruction in financial matters, curriculum development, student data analysis and subject improvement strategies. The office also provides teacher certification registration, student and teacher recognition programs and interpretation of state and federal educational initiatives and requirements.
Does your office conduct any trainings?
Yes, we currently offer training in Infinite Visions Enterprise Edition software, as well as customized on-site training specific to your needs. We also offer individualized GL reconciliation training. Please contact the Financial Systems Support (FSS) team at emcteam@maricopa.gov to schedule a visit with one of our specialists. If you are in need or have any suggestions for additional training topics – regardless of content – we are happy to collaborate with you to accommodate your request.