The Walton Family Foundation today announced a $6 million grant to help double the number of students attending private schools with public funds by 2017.
Education historian Diane Ravitch speaks about her latest book, Reign of Error, which offers a far-reaching critique of private involvement in public education.
An Australian researcher says evidence from his country demonstrates relying on market forces to improve education is not a reliable strategy to boost learning.
Worries about admissions requirements and religious policy are among the greatest deterrants to private schools considering participating in voucher programs, a survey shows.
Charters schools that received grants and loans through an organization called the Charter School Growth Fund produced strong learning gains, a nationwide study found.