Pre-K Access and Quality: A Look at the Leading States
Our analysis shows that two states, Georgia and North Carolina, along with DC, stand out for the quality and availability of their pre-K pro
Latest
Big ideas, bold solutions. Explore the latest research, analysis, and policy insights from our experts.
Is ESSA Really A New Direction for U.S. Education?
Melissa Tooley writes for The Atlantic about the “Every Student Succeeds Act” (ESSA) and whether the new law holds more promise than its pre
New Column: Word Gaps and Education Reform
Conor Williams discusses how education reformers should think about the early word gap and early literacy.
What Candidates Should be Talking about in 2016: Six Ideas from New America
Americans should know where candidates stand on the following six issues before they cast their votes.
Getting More High-Achieving Low-Income Students Into Selective Colleges
Eleven states require students to take college entrance exams, and research shows that these policies have resulted in increased 4-year coll
How Do You Find a Great Educational App?
New America and the Joan Ganz Cooney Center are strong advocates for an industry-wide app standards on educational technology apps.
2015 Year in Review
Higher Ed Happy Hour Episode 12: Kevin, Libby, and Andrew debate the best and worst of 2015.
Academic Football Playoff Series 2015
Every year, New America tests whether the schools with top-ranked programs are serving their players’ academic needs.
New Title III Grants Signal Shifting Federal Priorities for ELL Educators
The 2016 National Professional Development (NPD) grant competition for ELL educators is live.
Third Grade Reading Laws: A Look at the Leading States
Research suggests that students who do not achieve proficiency by the end of third grade are less likely to graduate from high school.