School Efficiency, 1913 : A Constructive Study Applied to New York City, Being a Summary and Interpretation of the Report on the Educational Aspects of the School Inquiry (Classic Reprint)

Explore an early 20th-century study that analyzes New York City schools and offers practical reforms.

This edition presents a concise interpretation of the educational report and its implications for public schooling.

The work surveys elementary, high, and vocational education, calling for more varied courses, stronger vocational guidance, and better administration. It links classroom practice to broader questions of access, efficiency, and city life, with recommendations that shape how schools serve all students.

• Critique of the general high school course and calls for more practical, labor-related training
• Emphasis on civic education, vocational guidance, and closer alignment with city life
• Proposed administrative reforms, supervision, and data-driven appraisal
• Specific suggestions for expanding and organizing courses across elementary, secondary, and vocational tracks

Ideal for readers interested in the history of education policy, school administration, and urban schooling in America.