The Fairfax County Public Schools approved a $2.2 billion operating budget for FY 2011, which is $34.5 million or 1.6% less than FY 2010. 85.2% of expenditures went to instruction. The budget reductions included the elimination of 204 positions, nearly half from central office. Enrollment is projected to increase by 1,723 students but costs per student decreased by $300. Changing demographics show increases in economically disadvantaged students and English language learners.