The Minnesota Science Education Task Force initiated a state-wide survey in 1983 to assess the current status of science education in Minnesota schools. This process involved instrument revision, sample design, data collection, file preparation and analysis. Questionnaires were modified to obtain information on the role of science teachers, the uses of instructional materials and strategies, and the extent of problem areas in science instruction in the various schools. Principals and teachers served as the data sources in the survey. This report is organized into major topic areas: (1) survey methodology; (2) science course offerings; (3) textbook and program use; (4) instructional techniques and activities; (5) facility, equipment, and supply status; (6) teacher and principal characteristics and qualifications; (7) information sources; (8) factors which affect instruction in science education; and (9) use of computers. In addition to the data that accompanies each chapter's findings, more detailed tabular results are provided in an appendix. Other appendices include a description of the reporting variables used in the analyses, explanation of the standard error computations, and copies of the survey instruments. (ML)