Statistical Sources Statistics are often gathered by organizations and government agencies. These figures are scattered throughout the literature and may be found in encyclopedias, yearbooks and handbooks. U.S. Dept. of Health, Education and Welfare. National Center for Education Statistics. Provides statistics on all levels of education.
Some statistics provide a historical perspective.
Includes an overview of current trends, with an index and source notes that lead to additional statistics. Projections of Education Statistics. U.S. Dept. of Health, Education and Welfare. National Center for Education Statistics. Provides detailed statistical projections for elementary and secondary schools and higher education.