These indicators supply in-depth discussions on the condition of education by geographic locales, with a focus on rural areas. Indicator topics include characteristics of children’s families and family involvement in education; student enrollment, assessments, coursetaking, and graduation rates; and teachers, principals, and other staff. These indicators are also cross-listed in the topic areas of family characteristics; preprimary, elementary, and secondary education; and postsecondary education, as well as population characteristics and economic outcomes.

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Family Characteristics

Preprimary, Elementary, and Secondary Education

Postsecondary Education

Population Characteristics and Economic Outcomes

International Comparisons

School Crime and Safety

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