A new database created by the organization 'Education #1' provides detailed financial data on the costs of student education across various school types in Lithuania.
The organization 'Education #1' has launched a comprehensive database that centralizes financial information regarding school funding from multiple sources including the state, municipalities, the EU, and others. This resource allows for easy comparison of the costs associated with educating a student in different types of schools across Lithuania, highlighting financial disparities and options available to parents and policymakers.
According to data from 2024, the least expensive way to educate a student is in progymnasiums, which cost an average of 4,201 euros annually. These institutions cater to students from grades 1 to 8, benefiting from larger class sizes which facilitate more efficient resource allocation. Laura MasiliauskaitÄ—, the head of 'Education #1', emphasizes that this educational model maximizes efficiency, as subject-specific teachers can interact with a wider age range of students, thus optimizing the teachers' workload and reducing overhead costs for school facilities.
On the other end of the spectrum, basic schools have been identified as the most expensive, indicating a significant difference in funding and resource allocation. This analysis can inform discussions about educational policy and funding strategies in Lithuania, particularly concerning how resources are distributed among different types of schools and the impacts on educational outcomes.
