West Virginia sees surge in home schooling numbers
West Virginia's home schooling grew sharply from 588 students in 1991 to 4212 in 2001, a more than sevenfold rise. Kanawha County led with 346 students, Cabell with 234, Jefferson with 210, while Marshall reported 10. Officials caution the figures reflect only reported cases.
Home schooling rises in West Virginia counties
State Department of Education figures show 1991 to 2001 home schooling numbers climbing from 588 to 4212. Kanawha County leads with 346 students, followed by Cabell 234 and Jefferson 210, as parents seek religious values or dissatisfaction with public schools.
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