Texas Public Education Facts

February 15, 2006

This fact sheet provides a snapshot of statistics and research on the Texas public education system. It includes statistics on performance and proficiency, drop out and graduation rates, standards and achievement, higher education, and public education spending.

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Restoring Confidence and Prestige to the Teaching Profession The epidemic of uncertified teachers in Texas schools is the result of the collapse of the teacher preparation program, especially university programs. These programs have traded a focus on the classroom for social activism. Key points: More than 10% of teachers in Texas schools are now uncertified....

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