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The NCES Kids' Zone provides information to help you learn about schools; decide on a college; find a public library; engage in several games, quizzes and skill building about math, probability, graphing, and mathematicians; and to learn many interesting facts about education.

Did you Know?

NAEP uses two statistical models to analyze inclusion rates of students with disabilities in states participating in NAEP. (more info)

The Word of the Day

heteronym -(n.).One of two or more words having identical spelling but different meanings and pronunciations, as sow (to plant) and sow (a pig).

The Quote of the Day

"All men who have achieved great things have been great dreamers."- Orison Swett Marden

SEEKING YOUR SUGGESTIONS

Calling All Kids! We would like to hear from you to find out what other types of activities you would like to see on the NCES Kids' Zone! Please send your comments or suggestions to kidszone@ed.gov

Data Snapshot

In 2006-07, a total of 864 regular school districts (6.2 percent) enrolled fewer than 100 students.