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K12 Academics Research

About the Research

Who we are, what these reports are, and the fine print.

What this is

About K12 Academics Research

K12 Academics Research (research.k12academics.com) publishes flagship annual reports on the state of U.S. and global education — covering K-12, higher education, private and public schooling, school choice, AI and technology, college admissions, international education, and more. It is the research arm of K12 Academics, the largest education-resource directory online, in operation since 2004.

The reports synthesize the most current publicly available data into readable, sourced overviews for educators, families, policymakers, and the press. All reports are free to read and share.

The fine print

Disclaimer

Informational use. These reports are provided for general informational and educational purposes. They are not legal, financial, or professional advice. Figures are drawn from third-party and government sources believed reliable at the time of writing; always verify current data with the original source before acting on it.

No affiliation. References to organizations, agencies, standards, or data providers are for context and attribution only and do not imply their endorsement, sponsorship, or review of these reports.

Contact & citation. Questions, corrections, or press inquiries? Reach us via K12academics.com. When citing, please attribute to “K12 Academics Research, 2026.”