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Back to School StatsNearly 50 million students are heading off to approximately 97,000 public elementary and secondary schools for the fall term, and before the school year is out, an estimated $489 billion will be spent related to their education. These are just a few of the statistics contained in Back to School Stats, which offers data about American elementary, secondary and postsecondary schools, students, and the educational process. (more info)

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How does achievement of American students compare to students in other countries?
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In 2007, about one-fifth of non-American Indian/Alaska Native students attend schools located in rural areas, as compared to approximately half of American Indian/Alaska Native students. (NCES Reference)

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Between 2000 and 2005, public elementary enrollment rose by 2 percent, while secondary enrollment increased by 10 percent. Enrollment in private elementary and secondary schools decreased by an estimated 1 percent between 2000 and 2005.
Between 2000 and 2005, public elementary enrollment rose by 2 percent, while secondary enrollment increased by 10 percent. Enrollment in private elementary and secondary schools decreased by an estimated 1 percent between 2000 and 2005. (more info)