CLASS SIZE
MODEL A
MODEL B
MODEL C
MODEL D
2026-27 Upper SC Guidelines
GUIDELINES
2026-27 Same Staffing
2026-27SC Guidelines
2026-27 +2 SC Guidelines
Guideli ne
Secti ons
Chan ge
Enroll ment
Avg Size
Secti ons
Chan ge
Enroll ment
Avg Size
Secti ons
Cha nge
Enroll ment
Avg Size
Secti ons
Cha nge
Enroll ment
Avg Size
K
18-20
17
0 322 18.9
16
-1
322 20.1
16
-1
322 20.1
15
-2
322 21.5
1
18-20
17
0 322 18.9
16
-1
322 20.1
16
0
322 20.1
15
-1
322 21.5
2
20-22
16
0 306 19.1
14
-2
306 21.9
14
-3
306 21.9
13
-4
306 23.5
3
20-22
17
0 368 21.6
17
0
368 21.6
16
0
368 23.0
15
-1
368 24.5
4
22-24
16
0 350 21.9
15
-1
350 23.3
15
-2
350 23.3
14
-3
350 25.0
5
22-24
17
0 380 22.4
16
-1
380 23.8
15
-2
380 25.3
15
-2
380 25.3
6
22-24
17
0 353 20.8
15
-2
353 23.5
14
-3
353 25.2
14
-3
353 25.2
117 117 2401
109
-8 2401
106 -11 2401
101 -16 2401
Model C used for proposed reorganization options -
Based on anticipated revenues for the FY27 Budget, Model C has been selected as the foundation for all financial and staffing projections. This model, which results in a total reduction of 11 K-6 classroom sections , allows the district to analyze a path to significant cost savings. The following reorganization options are built upon this staffing model. This action will directly result in higher average class sizes. This represents a critical trade-off that the community must consider as part of this process. These projections provide a clear picture of the classroom environment under a reorganized structure. It is important to note with full transparency that these changes will, according to the model's projections, increase class sizes to the upper end of School Committee guidelines, and 1 student beyond guidelines at 3 grade levels. This impact on the student learning experience is a central element of the overall decision. 3.0 Comparative Analysis: Staffing and Financial Impact This section compares the four reorganization options across two critical dimensions: projected staffing reductions and total annual cost savings. Understanding these figures is essential, as they represent the primary levers through which the reorganization effort aims to achieve its financial and operational goals.
3.1 Staffing Reductions
The table below summarizes the key staffing changes under each proposal, focusing on roles with the most significant impact.
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