How included are students with disabilities in your local schools?

Advocates want all children to feel included in their communities. In a school setting, this usually means having students with disabilities spend as much time as possible in regular classrooms (with, importantly, any needed supports). Research shows that, in general, disabled students make much more progress when surrounded by their typically developing peers. Typical peers also benefit from the inclusive environment, as accommodations like universal design end up benefitting many, as well as giving them confidence that, in a supportive community, their own unique needs will be met. Additionally, inclusive environments can help reduce stigma and discrimination.

This tool allows you to explore the most recent data on inclusion and outcomes for children with IEPs from school districts around your state. To begin, enter the name of a district below, or select one or more on the map.

* small district size reduces accuracy of inclusion score