School Closings and Delays Today (February 27, 2025)

As of Thursday, February 27, 2025, there are no widespread reports of school closings or delays across the United States due to weather or emergencies. However, several school districts have recently announced permanent closures due to declining enrollment and budget constraints:

• Aldine Independent School District (Houston, Texas): The board has voted to close six schools, including two primary campuses and four elementary schools, affecting approximately 2,800 students. This decision is attributed to a 20% decrease in enrollment over the past decade.

• Franklin-McKinley School District (San Jose, California): Facing a nearly $23 million budget shortfall and declining enrollment, the board has decided to close three elementary schools: Los Arboles Literacy & Technology Academy, Ramblewood Elementary, and McKinley Elementary.

• New York City Catholic Schools: In the past month, seven Catholic schools have announced closures at the end of the academic year. This trend is linked to decreasing enrollments and rising tuition costs, with overall Catholic school enrollment in NYC dropping by 23% since the pandemic.