A nationally representative survey of school district leaders

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The American School District Panel is a nationally representative recurring survey of school district leaders in the United States. The surveys provide an opportunity for superintendents to share their perspectives and contribute to decisions about education policy and practice.

Research findings

Important questions answered quickly.

RAND and CRPE, two of the organizations behind the American School District Panel, regularly run surveys and create in-depth studies of districts. They do so in consultation with their advisory committee and their partners, MGT and Council of Great City Schools.

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Latest report

Encouraging Deeper Learning in Middle and High School

How do district leaders believe middle and high schoolers' critical thinking skills are best developed in their schools? This report focuses on several elements of students' deeper learning.

Longitudinal data

Unique data on American school districts, updated regularly

We survey American school district leaders several times a year about the most pressing issues they face. Use our interactive tool to view the latest survey results.

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