Library Guides: Education: Statistics and Data

Data Analysis Software

Lehigh Software
Download statistical analysis software or access it via the Virtual Public Site.

NCES Publications
Statistical profiles and datasets for elementary, secondary, and post-secondary schools. Contains local, state, and federal data.

Compiled by National Center for Education Statistics, the primary federal entity for collecting and analyzing data related to education.

Common Core of Data (NCES)
Collection of data on all public schools and public school systems in the United States. Data is updated annually.
The Condition of Education
An annual report that covers trends and key education data indicators. Covers all levels of education.
Data.gov: Education
Portal with links to popular datasets on education in the United States.
Education Data Explorer
This site draws on pre-K-12 and higher education data from several sources, harmonizing variables and documentation to make it easier to look at trends and combine data.
Digest of Education Statistics (NCES)
An annual compilation of statistical data covering all levels of education.

OECD iLibrary
Full text of OECD Books, Papers and Statistics and the gateway to OECD’s analysis and data. 1998 to present.

UNData: Education
Portal with links to education statistics and datasets. Links to a variety of UN agencies.
WorldBank EdStats
International data on key education topics. Visualize and analyze data in a web browser.