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School and Community Data

This is a guide for individuals seeking information, data, and demographics for schools or geographical locations such as cities, towns, townships or villages.

School Data

Michigan School Data
From preschool through post-secondary, and into the workforce. MI School Data is the State of Michigan's official source for education data.
National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Searchable site that includes statistics on all aspects of education in the United States.

Community Data

Data.census.gov
Data.census.gov is the major portal to census data from the most recent decennial censuses and the American Community Survey.

Census Bureau This link opens in a new window
U.S. government census data grouped into categories such as people, business, geography, and others. Data files are available as well as prepared tables.
Social Explorer This link opens in a new window
Create maps and reports using current and historical census data and demographic information to better illustrate, analyze and understand demography and social change.

Sources for Statistical Info

To see a description of the data sources listed below, mouse over the links.

Note that statistics from many of the sources below can be downloaded and used in spreadsheet or statistical software.

Also, see the WMU Libraries Data & Statistical Courses for additional statistical sources:

Data & Statistical Sources Library Guide

Multidisciplinary

Sage Data This link opens in a new window
Statista This link opens in a new window

Crime-Related Statistics

Health Care Statistics

National Center for Health Statistics (United States)

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