Washington Grade School District #52 has a longstanding commitment to fiscal responsibility, ensuring that every dollar entrusted to us is used wisely and transparently. Over the years, we’ve consistently demonstrated our good stewardship of taxpayer resources by:

• Maximizing the Use of Our Facilities: Historically, we’ve leveraged every year of the previous Washington Middle School and the current Lincoln Grade School to meet the evolving needs of our students, postponing costly construction or renovations until absolutely necessary.

• Sensible Budgeting and Planning: Our leadership carefully plans annual budgets and capital expenditures, prioritizing student learning, staff support, and infrastructure improvements that align with our mission and values.

• Competitive Tax Rates: As shown in the chart below, District #52’s property tax rate remains competitive among K–8 districts in Tazewell County, reflecting our commitment to balancing educational excellence with prudent financial management.