The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) is the primary federal entity for collecting and analyzing data related to education.
Learn more about NCESChanges in Public School Teachers' Certification Type
A new NCES Data Point report using data from the National Teacher and Principal Survey (NTPS) shows that in 2020�21, some 6.9 percent of public school teachers did not hold a teaching certificate or held only provisional or emergency certificates in the state where they were teaching, » More info
These methodological public-use data files include select data from the 2017-18, 2019-20, and 2021-22 Private School Universe Survey (PSS). » More info
Release of Fundamental Responsibilities of Recognized Statistical Agencies and Units
New regulations clarifying roles and responsibilities of statistical agencies in the "Foundations for Evidence-Based Policymaking Act of 2018" were released on October 11, 2024. » More info
NCES Resources to Support Response Efforts for Hurricane Milton
The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) released the School Weather Watch tool which layers information on public schools and districts, private schools, and postsecondary institutions over live weather feed from NOAA or over FEMA Major Disaster Declarations. » More info
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The Condition of Education is an annual report to Congress summarizing important developments and trends in the U.S. education system. The report presents 50 indicators on topics ranging from prekindergarten through postsecondary education, as well as labor force outcomes and international comparisons. Discover how you can use the Condition of Education to stay informed about the latest education data.
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Condition of Education
Browse key indicators on the condition of education in the United States at all levels, from prekindergarten through postsecondary, as well as labor force outcomes and international comparisons. The indicators summarize important developments and trends using the latest statistics, which are updated throughout the year as new data become available.
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