Joan and Donald E. Axinn Library ® Harold E. Yuker Reference Library

Condition of Education - Ref. Desk L112.N377a

An annual publication from the National Center for Educational Statistics, it contains data on 60 indicators that are considered significant measures of the condition and progress of education to date. The Condition of Education is also available on the National Center for Educational Statistics¦ web site. http://nces.ed.gov/edstats

Digest of Educational Statistics - Ref. Desk LA209.A38a

An annual publication from the National Center for Educational Statistics, it contains a wide range of statistical data, including outcomes of education, enrollment, achievement, expenditures, revenue, computers and technology, learning resources, and staff. Statistics are provided for all levels of education, from elementary education through graduate school. The Digest of Educational Statistics is also available on the National Center for Educational Statistics¦ web site. http://nces.ed.gov/edstats

Fact Book on Higher Education - Ref. Desk LA227.3.A44a

Published biennially by the American Council on Education, it includes statistics on earned degrees, enrollment, demographics, economics, faculty and staff, students, and institutions. Data is taken from both government and private sources.

New York State Statistical Yearbook - Ref. HA544.A2

With its focus on New York State, this annual publication is arranged in a similar manner to the Statistical Abstract of the United States. Information about population and demographics is provided at the beginning. Included are sections containing economic data, elections, government finances, and employment. In addition, there are topical section such as banking, insurance, housing, education, and transportation.

Projections of Education Statistics to 2009 - Ref. Desk LA209.2.A385a

An annual publication from the National Center for Educational Statistics, it contains projections for enrollment, graduates, expenditures and teacher projections for elementary, secondary, and colleges. State-by-state projections are also included. The Projection of Education Statistics to 2010 is available on the National Center for Educational Statistics¦ web site. http://nces.ed.gov/edstats

Statistical Abstract of the United States - Ref. Desk HA202

Published annually by the U.S. Bureau of Census, it is a good starting point for summary level data in social, economic, and political characteristics.