State budget contains increase in aid to almost every school district in Cattaraugus, Allegany counties
The $268 billion New York State budget contains a $15.1 million boost in aid to public schools in Cattaraugus and Allegany counties to $432.2 million.
The breakdown is $275.4 million for the 12 Cattaraugus County school districts — an increase of $8.3 million in the 2025-26 state budget — and $156.8 million for Allegany County schools, a $6.7 million increase.
Among Cattaraugus County school districts, West Valley received the largest percentage in aid over 2025-26 with an 11.4% hike in total aid, or $5.9 million.
The lowest percentage change in total aid was minus 1% in Ellicottville or $54,168 to $5.3 million.
Cattaraugus County school districts shared $5.3 million in increased foundation aid, with 1% the minimum.
The Olean City School District received a 6.1 percent increase in foundation aid to $1.7 million.
