Invest in High-Quality Assessments

Find funding for Star Assessments

As reliable, valid assessments of student growth and achievement, Star Assessments meet the criteria for a wide range of funding sources.

To help support data-fueled teaching and learning in your school or district, Renaissance’s expert funding team has created several resources to assist you in finding, applying for, and securing funding for your Star Assessments implementation.

Identify available public funding sources

Common funding sources for Star Assessments

Schools and districts typically use one or more of the sources below to purchase Star Assessments.

School & District Budgets

Many educators secure funding by requesting allocations from existing school or district budgets.

State & Federal Funds

Both formula and competitive funding may be available through your state or the US Department of Education.

Foundation & Corporate Grants

Local businesses, nonprofit organizations, and national companies often offer grants to support education.

ESSA and federal funding

Federal funds for Star Assessments

Star Assessments can help schools meet goals under ESSA and qualify for formula and competitive funds. Schools and districts can use the following federal funds to purchase Star Assessments: