IDEA Part B Data Public Reporting
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) has specific public reporting requirements. These requirements mandate that states publicly report on various aspects of special education programs, which helps to ensure transparency and accountability in the provision of special education services.
Data by SPP/APR Indicator
IDEA requires states to annually submit and report data on the status of meeting indicator targets.
Current and Historical IDEA Part B Data by SPP/APR Indicator
Data by 618 Data Collection
IDEA Section 618 Data Collection consists of federally required data submitted annually by states to the U.S. Department of Education on the provision of special education and related services to children and youth with disabilities. These collections provide information on students, personnel, educational settings, assessments, discipline, outcomes, fiscal requirements, and dispute resolution activities. The data supports federal and state accountability, informs policy and program decisions, promotes transparency, and helps improve services and outcomes for children with disabilities.
The federally required Child Count and Educational Environments data collection is an annual snapshot of children ages 3–21 receiving special education and related services under IDEA. It captures the number of eligible children by age, disability category, and demographic characteristics, as well as the educational settings in which they receive services (e.g., general education classrooms, separate settings, or other placements). This data is used to ensure compliance with federal reporting requirements, monitor least restrictive environment (LRE) practices, inform funding and policy decisions, and support program evaluation and improvement.
The federally required Discipline data collection reports disciplinary actions involving children with disabilities receiving services under IDEA. It includes information on suspensions, expulsions, removals to alternative educational settings, and discipline incidents involving specific offenses. This data is used to monitor compliance with IDEA disciplinary protections, identify patterns of disproportionality, evaluate equity in disciplinary practices, and support efforts to improve student outcomes and school climate.
The federally required Exiting data collection reports students ages 14–21 who exited special education during the reporting period. It includes reasons for exit such as graduating with a regular high school diploma, receiving an alternative credential, reaching maximum age eligibility, transferring to regular education, moving out of state, or dropping out. This data is used to monitor educational outcomes, evaluate transition planning efforts, and inform program improvement and accountability activities.
The federally required Assessment data collection reports the participation and performance of students with disabilities on state academic assessments and alternate assessments. It includes information on assessment participation, accommodations, achievement levels, and results by grade and subject area. This data is used to evaluate educational outcomes, support accountability systems, identify achievement gaps, and guide instructional and program improvement efforts for students with disabilities.
The federally required Dispute Resolution data collection reports formal and informal processes used to resolve disagreements related to the identification, evaluation, educational placement, or provision of services for children with disabilities under IDEA. It includes information on written complaints, mediation requests, due process complaints, due process hearings, and resolution sessions. This data is used to monitor procedural safeguards, evaluate the effectiveness of dispute resolution processes, identify emerging issues, and support compliance and continuous improvement efforts.
The federally required Maintenance of Effort (MOE), MOE Reduction, and Coordinated Early Intervening Services (CEIS) data collection reports how local educational agencies meet IDEA fiscal requirements and use allowable federal funds. The collection includes information related to maintaining local and state financial support for special education, exercising MOE reduction flexibility, and implementing CEIS for students who require additional academic or behavioral support. This data is used to monitor fiscal compliance, ensure appropriate use of IDEA funds, and support early intervention efforts that may reduce the need for future special education services.
The federally required Personnel data collection provides an annual count of personnel employed to provide special education and related services to children with disabilities under IDEA. The collection includes information on teachers, related service providers, paraprofessionals, and other staff, as well as personnel qualifications and certification status. This data is used to assess workforce capacity, identify personnel shortages, support professional development planning, and ensure states have appropriately qualified staff to meet the needs of students with disabilities.
State Determination
State Determinations are annual federal ratings assigned by the U.S. Department of Education to evaluate how effectively states implement the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Determinations are based on a state's performance in meeting federal requirements, improving outcomes for children with disabilities, and submitting accurate and timely data. States receive one of four ratings: Meets Requirements, Needs Assistance, Needs Intervention, or Needs Substantial Intervention. These determinations promote transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement in special education services and supports.
State Determination (Issued June 2026)
Parentally Placed Private School Student Survey
The federally required Parentally-Placed Private School data collection reports children with disabilities enrolled by their parents in private elementary and secondary schools who are designated to receive equitable services under IDEA. This data is used to ensure compliance with federal requirements regarding consultation, service provision, and equitable participation for eligible private school students with disabilities.
OSEP Resources
Annual Report to Congress on IDEA
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