Attrition at a Nonselective Magnet School: A Case Study of a Milwaukee Public School.

Duax, Tim

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ERIC Number: EJ447962

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Publication Date: 1992

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Attrition at a Nonselective Magnet School: A Case Study of a Milwaukee Public School.

Duax, Tim

Journal of Research and Development in Education, v25 n3 p173-81 Spr 1992

Study investigated attrition at a nonselective magnet elementary school over 5 years, examining 11 variables which might influence students' withdrawal. Data analysis indicated the school proportionally retained students of varying backgrounds and abilities while serving a diverse urban population, fostering equal educational opportunities. (SM)

Descriptors: Blacks, Case Studies, Elementary Education, Equal Education, High Risk Students, Longitudinal Studies, Magnet Schools, Minority Groups, Preschool Education, Public Schools, Racial Factors, School Holding Power, Socioeconomic Influences, Student Attrition, Student Characteristics

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Language: English

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