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The NCES Kids' Zone provides information to help you learn about schools; decide on a college; find a public library; engage in several games, quizzes and skill building about math, probability, graphing, and mathematicians; and to learn many interesting facts about education.

Did you Know?

Between 1985 and 2008, public school enrollment rose 26 percent, from 39.4 million to 49.8 million. (more info)

The Word of the Day

Hydra -(n.).A many-headed monster slain by Hercules. A constellation in the equatorial region of the southern sky.

The Quote of the Day

"The foundation of every state is the education of its youth."- Diogenes Laertius

SEEKING YOUR SUGGESTIONS

Calling All Kids! We would like to hear from you to find out what other types of activities you would like to see on the NCES Kids' Zone! Please send your comments or suggestions to kidszone@ed.gov

Data Snapshot

The number of computers in public schools has increased. In 2005, the average public school contained 154 instructional computers, compared with 90 in 1998.