Mandate Class size in grades K-3 may not exceed 20. Districts have until 2002 to comply. Study showed greatest gains in inner-city small classes. Classes with teacher aides achieved slightly higher scores than regular classes, but differences were not statistically different. Mandate Districts may not enroll more than 22 students per classroom, with a ratio of not less than 1 teacher to each 20 students in average daily attendance.
Some exceptions apply.
Funds are not allocated specifically to CSR, which is required by law and funded through general aid to education. Focus on reading. Lower class size to 10 in K and to 15 in grades 1-3. Greatest reductions have taken place in K-4. Not enough classroom space in nonrural areas.