In view of the cost of structural framing for school buildings, ten steel-framed schools are examined to review the economical advantages of steel for school construction. These schools do not resemble each other in size, shape, arrangement or unit cost; some are original in concept and architecture, and others are conservative. Cost and construction data, plans, and details are included to provide a comprehensive picture of the structural and architectural features of each school building. A comparison of steel with other framing materials for schools is included. (FS)