The Data Proves Students Do Better at Private Schools
Throughout the years and by many different measurements, private schools have been proven to provide high-quality education. For more information and direct sources, view data from National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), the College Board, ACT or other various sources.
National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Reports
National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) is the primary federal entity for collecting and analyzing data related to education. NCES is located within the U.S. Department of Education and the Institute of Education Sciences. NCES collects, collates, analyzes, and reports complete statistics on the condition of American education.
National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) Results
The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) periodically administers the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) to test the knowledge and skills of the nation’s students in grades 4, 8, and 12. Students in private schools consistently score well above the national average.
SAT/ACT Testing and Reports
The SAT administered by the College Board and the ACT administered by ACT are the two most common, standardized college-placement exams. Both organizations release reports and data grounded in their test results and research efforts.
Other Reports and Surveys
Here is a collection of miscellaneous reports dealing with private education from academic studies, polling services and other authoritative sources.
