*Education & Counseling: Research and statistics

"An Education Research Primer gives educators a basic understanding of educational research, its guiding criteria, and its relevance to school-based decision-making. In clear and concise language the book summarizes the various types of educational research, explaining their diverse purposes and methods."

"This volume brings together leading experts to present 13 methodologies widely used in literacy research. Following a consistent format, each chapter describes the methodology at hand, identifies the types of questions and claims for which it is well suited, delineates clear standards for quality, and presents one or more exemplary studies using the methodology. "

Find state test results and student demographics for Washington state schools and school districts.

Also includes links to data on school district revenues and expenditures and district personnel data (gender, position/ethnicity).

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Create custom demographic reports based on census data.

Search for specific public or private schools. Easily compare districts or schools across states.

"Search for statewide information in elementary/secondary education characteristics and finance, postsecondary education, public libraries, assessments, and selected demographics for all states. Use the dropdown box or the map of the United States to select up to 4 states to compare. You will also get data on U.S. averages and the ability to graph the results."