Vote FOR Prop. A!
Invest in Coppell ISD

As parents, teachers, and local community members, we’re personally invested in the success of Coppell ISD. Join us in supporting Coppell ISD’s VATRE (Voter-Approval Tax Ratification Election) by voting YES on Prop. A this November!
#Vote4VATRE

Early Voting
October 21 - November 1

Election Day
Tuesday, November 5

Yard Sign in a front yard

Coppell ISD 2024-2025 Budget & Tax Rate

The VATRE will not raise taxes for residents over 65.

Where does the budget come from?

  • 85.6% - Property Taxes
  • 9.3% - State Aid
  • 4.7% - Other Local Revenue
  • 0.4% - Federal Aid

What is it used for?

Salaries, Utilities, Supplies, Transportation, Custodial and Minor Repairs

$175m

Total Operating BUDGET

Actual CISD Budget is $174,660,810 - $32,436,174* = $142,224,636

*$32,436,174 is Recapture!

$778m

Amount CISD has paid in recapture funds to state of Texas since 1992

The State Recaptures 18.6% of CISD’s Annual Operating Budget ($32.4 million) to support its general fund, including charter schools.

$1.0343

Tax Rate for Every $100 in Property Value

And the Lowest Tax Rate in 31 Years!
Last year, 36 of the 50 districts in DFW had a higher tax rate than Coppell ISD.

Important Dates for Voting

Your voice matters! Vote YES on Prop. A come Election Day!

Early Voting
October 21 - November 1

Election Day
Tuesday, November 5

Why Prop. A Matters for Coppell ISD Students & Staff

Prop. A would add 3.17 copper pennies to the district’s Maintenance and Operations tax rate, providing Coppell ISD with crucial funds to cover operational costs like staff salaries, adjusting for inflation and providing livable wages and for safety and security including our SROs and SRDs, all while maintaining a low overall tax rate. By voting YES, we ensure that Coppell ISD can continue to provide exceptional safety and security measures and support for our dedicated staff.

Tax impact: Approx. $14 per month for the average household

Total funds raised: $2.4 million

The VATRE will not raise taxes for residents over 65