NCLB Research Reports

Center for American Progress
Education: The State We're In
August 23, 2005
"Education: The State We're In provides a comprehensive, state-by-state snapshot of education today in America. It brings together publicly available data, slicing the numbers in two ways. First, seven of the most pressing issue areas in education are explored in reports encompassing all 50 states. Second, individual state report cards provide a comprehensive look at education in each of the 50 states. In both instances, Education: The State We're In offers some indication of comparative performance by ranking states from first to worst."

Getting Smarter, Becoming Fairer: A Progressive Education Agenda for a Stronger Nation
Full Report
August 23rd, 2005
In this new era, America must commit itself to a fundamental examination of its public education system and fully restructure it to meet the challenges of this century. American perseverance, ingenuity and brainpower can make America stronger than ever. But 21st century success will require the creativity and talent of every American..this report lays out a road map for creating a public education system capable of meeting the challenges our country faces..."