How does Michigan English learner funding compare to the rest of the country? Current funding for Michigan English learners come from two primary sources: approximately $11 million in Federal Title III, Part A grants and about $39.8 million in state Section 41 grants.

Most states allocate funds to EL students using a weight: A multiplier added to the per-pupil foundation amount for students classified as English learners. If Michigan converted current Section 41 funding levels to a weight applied evenly to all English learners, it would be the lowest weight in the country.