This new edition of Education State Rankings compares the 50 American states in hundreds of pre-school to secondary education categories. See how the states stacks up in reading and math scores, teachers'; salaries, graduation rates, per pupil spending, special education, class size, and so much more. In addition, learn which state ranked highest, honoring the leaders, teachers, students, and citizens who have worked hard to make education a top priority. The formula and methodology are discussed in a narrative chapter allowing researchers to cite statistics with context.