New data that covers homeschooling, teacher shortages and per pupil spending can improve local decision-making.

"Less Bureaucracy, Better Education," a 10-bill legislative package, would permanently shift key responsibilities and programs to other agencies

Americans "haven't given up on college" but institutions need to prove that what students learn will lead to civic and economic opportunities.

A new internal report warns the agency has lost capacity to serve students in K12 and higher ed after losing more than 40% of its staff.