The district asked for the property tax increase to build and update its facilities. The superintendent says a tax increase proposal will be back on a ballot next year.

Meanwhile, Viola School District voters approved a a tax increase that will add 18 new classrooms and a new high school gym.

Arkansas schools are under a state mandate to improve their facilities. State education officials scrutinize districts that don't make improvements and could require them to cut sports or other programs not considered essential.