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Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Special Education

Cover of the U.S. Department of Education report on racial and ethnic disparities in special education practices
November 2024

The Disproportionality Analysis by State and Analysis Category: Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Special Education, published by the U.S. Department of Education, examines significant racial and ethnic disparities in special education practices across the United States. This report provides state-level data from 2011-2014, focusing on disproportionate identification, placement, and discipline of students with disabilities. It aims to support educators and policymakers in addressing systemic inequities while ensuring compliance with IDEA and civil rights laws.

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