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The 5 counties shown to exert the greatest effort to support public education are Alleghany, Appomattox, Fairfax,' Powhatan, and Prince George. The 6 counties exerting the least effort are Frederick, Highland, King & ’Queen, Loudoun, Warren and Washitlgton. If Washington County were exerting as much effort as Wythe County, both of which have about the same wealth per child, Washington County would have approximately an additional $220,000 to invest annually in public education. v 4*.
'Hie Virginia Education Association has long contended that a high percentage of State funds should be distributed in relation to local effort and ability. Such a system would encourage greater effort by those counties and cities which are dragging their feet. However, only around 20% of all State school funds are distributed
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