Center for Public Education

NSBA's Center for Public Education (CPE) provides accurate and timely information about public education and its importance to the wellbeing of our nation. CPE offers research, data, and analysis on current education issues and explores ways to improve student achievement and engage support for public schools.

A national resource for those interested in public education, CPE’s audience includes school board members and other policymakers, as well as educators, community leaders, and parents.

Launched in 2006, CPE emerged from discussion between NSBA and its member state school board associations about how to inform the public about the successes and challenges of public education. NSBA believes that accurate, objective information is essential to building support for public schools and creating effective programs to prepare all students for success.

Publications

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How Rural School Districts Spend Education Dollars

Rural school districts encounter distinct financial challenges, including limited local revenue, higher transportation costs, and the need to provide diverse services to smaller student populations. This report examines their key economic challenges and priorities.


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