External Data Resources

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American Community Survey |  http://www.census.gov/acs/www/

Data from this survey shows what the population looks like and how it lives. The data helps communities determine where to locate services and allocate resources.

Bureau of Labor Statistics |  http://www.bls.gov/

This is the principal fact-finding agency for the Federal Government in the field of labor, economics and statistics.

Census Scope (for Tennessee) |  http://www.censusscope.org/us/s47/chart_education.html

The Social Science Data Analysis Network (SSDAN) is a university-based organization that creates demographic media, such as user guides, web sites, and hands-on classroom computer materials that make U.S. census data accessible to educators, policymakers, and citizens.

Demographic and Economic Profile of Tennessee |   http://www.rupri.org/Forms/Tennessee.pdf

Rural Policy Research Institute, Demographic & Economic Profile – TN:

Education Crossroads |  http://educationcrossroads.utk.edu

Education Crossroads is a unique report that looks at economic prosperity and the positive impact education has on family, society and quality of life. The collaborative report looks at how individuals have the power to influence the future through investing in education as students, individuals, parents and community members.

Measuring Up: the State-by-State Report Card (for Tennessee)

http://measuringup.highereducation.org/reports/stateprofilenet.cfm?myyear=2006&stateName=Tennessee

The purpose is to provide information to assess and improve postsecondary education in each state. Measuring Up 2006 is fourth in a series of biennial report cards.

National Center for Education Statistics |  http://nces.ed.gov/

The purpose of the National Center for Education Statistics' website is to provide clear, complete information about NCES' mission and activities, and to serve the research, education and other interested communities.

Quickfacts for U.S. Census (for Tennessee) |   http://quickfacts.census.gov/qfd/states/47000.html

Summary profiles showing frequently requested data items from various Census Bureau programs. Profiles are available for the nation, states, counties, and large cities. http://quickfacts.census.gov/qfd/faq.html

Southern Regional Education Board:   http://www.sreb.org

Reports related to goals on college readiness, college affordability and teacher preparation are included.
Southern Regional Education Board
SREB, Tennessee: http://www.sreb.org/page/1064/tennessee.html

Tennessee Department of Labor & Workforce Development  |  http://www.sourcetn.org/default.asp

Employment and wages by county, unemployment rates, short-term projections to 2010, wage data by occupations, TN career guide, interest inventory, business employment dynamics, labor market analysis, services for employers, and employee services for individuals.