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Author
Author
OELA
Institutional Author
OELA
Originating Organization
NCELA
OELA
Details
Resource Type
Infographic
Acquisition Number
581
Published Date
03-20-2026 7:00 PM
Published Year
2026
Number of Pages
5
Language(s)
Subscription Only
No
Abstract

Nationally, in school year (SY) 2021–22 over 350,000 students enrolled in rural locales were English learners (ELs). These students bring unique cultural, educational, and linguistic experiences that enrich their communities. However, they may also encounter educational challenges, such as high levels of poverty, limited educational funding, and educator shortages, that affect their educational achievement. This infographic provides an overview of this student group and highlights demographic information, enrollment concentrations, and languages spoken by ELs who attend schools in rural localities.

Topics
English Learners
English Learner Success
Keywords
Teacher Resources
English learners
Rural