RADAR Special Education Dashboard
The Resource Allocation and District Action Reports (RADAR) Special Education Dashboard consolidates a variety of data about students receiving special education services in Massachusetts, such as enrollment, staff, identification by grade, placement trajectories over several years, and many other indicators. It is intended to provide information relative to policies and practices endorsed by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, such as using the most inclusive placements possible and strengthening academic and other interventions with students short of identifying them for special education services.
To download the data powering the dashboard, scroll down to see related datasets. For detailed guidance on how to use this dashboard, please refer to the User Information tab.
Note: For best viewing, open the dashboard in a new window.
Tips for using the dashboard
- Navigate the dashboard using the tabs at the bottom. Help and detailed additional information can be found on the User Information tab.
- Hover over a question mark icon for information about the data and methodology. Hover over an i icon for guidance on how to use the presented data.
- Be sure to select both a target district and comparison districts on the home page. Your selections on this page will be used throughout the dashboard.
About RADAR
Resource Allocation and District Action Reports (RADAR) enable district leaders to compare their staffing, class size, special education services, school performance, and per-pupil spending data with similar districts. They are intended to support districts in making effective strategic decisions as they develop district plans and budgets. To learn more about RADAR, visit the DESE RADAR website.