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Published October 2, 2026 at 3:01 p.m. CT
An efficiency audit of the district shows homeowners with properties of average taxable value could see higher property tax bills if Round Rock ISD voters approve a tax rate increase in November.
Auditors also shared insights about per-student funding and staffing in a presentation to the board of trustees Sept. 17.
The gist
A Nov. 3 ballot measure proposes to provide a 2% general pay raise for employees, increase starting teacher pay to $58,000 and address pay compression throughout the district.
Representatives of third-party auditor CG Strategies said should the tax rate election pass, a homeowner with a property of average taxable value could pay $219 more per year than if the measure were to fail.
The local impact
The report shows how RRISD’s financial allocations to staffing, staffing ratios and other aspects of its operations compare with peer districts and the state average, auditors said. Auditors selected peer districts based on size and suburban positions in metro areas.
The statutorily mandated efficiency audit shows RRISD receives slightly less in per-student funding than the state average and peer districts do.
It also shows the district has a slightly higher proportion of its operating budget dedicated to payroll compared to peer districts. Internally, the district’s highest expenditures per student are on instruction, maintenance and school leadership.
The audit also shows average teacher and administrative pay is lower than both the state average and that of peer districts.
Learn more
The detailed report and presentation shared with the board are available to view on the district’s website.
