The purpose of Title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 is to ensure that all children have a fair, equal, and significant opportunity to obtain a high-quality education and reach, at a minimum, proficiency on challenging state academic achievement standards and state academic assessments. After presenting a statement of purpose and describing authorization of appropriations, school improvement, and state administration, the nine parts are described as follows: improving basic programs operated by local educational agencies; student reading skills improvement grants; education of migratory children; prevention and intervention programs for children and youth who are neglected, delinquent, or at-risk; national assessment of Title I; comprehensive school reform; advanced placement programs; school dropout prevention; and general provisions. (SM)