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Back to School StatsNearly 50 million students are heading off to approximately 97,000 public elementary and secondary schools for the fall term, and before the school year is out, an estimated $489 billion will be spent related to their education. These are just a few of the statistics contained in Back to School Stats, which offers data about American elementary, secondary and postsecondary schools, students, and the educational process. (more info)

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In what ways do public and private schools differ?
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Between 2005-06 and 2017-18, the number of bachelor's degrees is projected to increase 16 percent overall; increase 15 percent for men; and increase 18 percent for women. (NCES Reference)

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The total number of elementary and secondary teachers increased 27% between 1992 and 2005 and is projected to increase an additional 18% between 2005 and 2017.
The total number of elementary and secondary teachers increased 27% between 1992 and 2005 and is projected to increase an additional 18% between 2005 and 2017. (more info)