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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

littoral -(adj.).Of or pertaining to the shore of a lake, sea, or ocean. --n: A littoral region.

The Quote of the Day

"The wisest mind has something yet to learn."- George Santayana

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

In public schools between 1985 and 2008, there was a 29 percent increase in elementary enrollment (prekindergarten through grade 8), compared with a 20 percent increase in secondary enrollment.