Open Enrollment and Student Diversity in Ohio’s Schools
Approximately 85,000 Ohio students use interdistrict open enrollment to attend a neighboring school district. Titled Open Enrollment and Student Diversity in Ohio’s Schools, this new report examines whether these student transfers are creating more diverse schools, or possibly worsening segregation.
Rigorous and Relevant Research
We produce and disseminate rigorous and policy-relevant studies that bring new evidence to bear on key education issues in Ohio.
Ohio Policy
Good education policies help lead to great schools. At Fordham, we are a long-time supporter of high-quality school options; consistent advocate for an improved school funding formula; and leading voice for high quality learning standards, rigorous state assessments, and smart accountability systems and metrics.
Thomas B. Fordham Foundation - Ohio Charter Sponsorship
Our approach to charter school sponsorship balances school autonomy with accountability. In exchange for the freedom operate independently, schools are responsible for producing results. We believe that this balance is critical to ensuring success for students and schools.