This study documents the ways in which Chapter 1 services are delivered across the nation at the local school district level. Data were collected by mail and telephone surveys of district and Chapter 1 administrators in 2,200 nationally representative school districts. The following topics are discussed: (1) profile of Chapter 1 districts; (2) selection of schools; (3) selection of students; (4) program designs; (5) parent involvement; (6) resource allocation; (7) Federal and state involvement and requirements; (8) services to nonpublic school students; and (9) program evaluation, needs assessment, and technical assistance. For each topic key questions are listed, and a summary of legal requirements provided. Tables illustrate the data. Appendices provide procedures and instruments for the mail and telephone surveys, and print sample responses. A list of four references is provided. (BJV)