States and Districts with the Highest Number and Share of English Language Learners

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Author
Author
Ruiz Soto, Ariel G.; Hooker, Sarah; Batalova, Jeanne
Institutional Author
Migration Policy Institute
Details
Resource Type
Fact Sheet
Acquisition Number
BE025638
Published Date
08-27-2015 3:55 PM
Published Year
2015
Number of Pages
4
Language(s)
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Abstract
While English Language Learner (ELL) students are spread throughout the United States, their density, or the share they represent of total public school enrollment, varies greatly by state. Western states have the largest shares of ELL students in the nation. This fact sheet, drawing upon data from the U.S. Department of Education, examines the states and districts with the highest shares and populations of ELL students and offers a detailed breakdown of some key statistics.
Topics
School Statistics
Research
Research
Enrollment Rates
English Learners
English Learners
Demographics