In many arenas, the demand for data has outstripped the availability of good data and has increased the tendency to grab for whatever numbers are being circulated in the literature. As a result, when someone says: "This is the best data available," it is essential to remember that "best" does not always mean good. This caution is particularly…

This volume is a progress report on the status of women in elementary and secondary education. Two other volumes focus on postsecondary education. The most recent statistics available are used, and often updates of previous studies have been sought. The report emphasizes national data, and broad surveys or studies received preference. The…