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Friday, May 1, 2026 · Freeport
Public Schools' $1T Empire: America's 10th Largest Industry
Public K-12 education in the U.S. rakes in $1.02 trillion in 2026 revenue, employing 7 million workers across 19,304 schools and ranking as the nation's tenth-largest industry. This staggering economic footprint comes amid fierce debates over funding shortfalls and teacher shortages. The scale underscores education's hidden role as a business powerhouse.
Friday, May 1, 2026
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