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Education: Data & Statistics
A general education resource guide for students at the University of Washington Tacoma. Get started with basic research skills for finding education related articles and books!
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National Center for Education StatisticsThe National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), located within the U.S. Department of Education and the Institute of Education Sciences, is the primary federal entity for collecting and analyzing data related to education
Under Annual Reports tab:
1. Condition of Education
2. Digest of Education Statistics
3. High School Dropout/Completion Rates
4. Crime & Safety
5. Projections -
U. S. Department of EducationED's mission is to promote student achievement and preparation for global competitiveness by fostering educational excellence and ensuring equal access. They also:
* Establish policies on federal financial aid for education, distribute, and monitor those funds.
* Collect data on America's schools and disseminate research.
* Focus national attention on key educational issues. -
Washington State Report CardManaged by the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction, the Washington State Report Card provides key statistics about schools and districts on:
*Student Demographics
*WASL Scores
*Teacher Information
*Financial Data