Collected and spent
In 2023, Pasadena Independent School District spent about $768.9M. This is a Census of Governments estimate across all of its funds.
Where the money comes from
One tax.
Where it goes
Three service lines.
Bars in both tables share one scale. Hatched lines pay for past obligations, not current services.
Who decides
The Board of Trustees governs Pasadena ISD. It acts as a body corporate. The Board adopts the annual budget. The Board also sets the tax rate. Both happen before the fiscal year starts. The fiscal year starts July 1. The Superintendent carries out Board policy. 7 elected trustees, at-large.
Details
Educ. Code §11.051(a) (statutes.capitol.texas.gov,When decisions happen
The fiscal year runs July 1 to June 30. The Board holds a public hearing on the proposed budget and tax rate in June. For fiscal year 2026-2027, that hearing was June 23, 2026. The district changed its fiscal year to July-June in 2025.
How to reach it
Residents can call the district office. Residents can also email the Board of Trustees. They reach the Board through Board Services. Residents can also sign up to speak. They speak during public comment at a Board meeting.
Details
Pasadena ISD Notice of Public Meeting to Discuss Budget and Proposed Tax Rate 2026-2027 (PDF,Also on this tax bill
A Pasadena Independent School District address pays these governments too. Which special districts and cities apply depends on the address.
On every bill in Pasadena Independent School District
On some bills, depending on the address
Special districts: 7
Cities: 4
Sources
Details
Educ. Code §11.051(a) (statutes.capitol.texas.gov,Details
Pasadena ISD Notice of Public Meeting to Discuss Budget and Proposed Tax Rate 2026-2027 (PDF,Details
pasadenaisd.org/boardagendas (read 2026-09-06)To act on what you have read
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