Education spans kindergarten through grade 12, with 85% of students attending public schools. 1.7% of children are homeschooled, with 440,000 school buses carrying 24 million students. School buses provide 8.8 billion trips annually, with 5.2 billion for non-school buses
Middle schools are located between primary and secondary education. It typically spans grades 6-8, with varying entry points. The purpose is to facilitate the transition from primary to secondary education
Catholic university in Jesuit and Mercy traditions. Focuses on student-centered education in urban context. Integrates intellectual, spiritual, ethical and social development
Public schools are free and funded through taxation. Elementary schools typically cover kindergarten to sixth grade. Middle schools focus on organizational and social skills. Junior high schools prepare students for high school rigor. High schools typically require 30 credits to graduate
Founded in 1175, one of Italy's oldest universities. Currently has over 21,000 students, including 2,000 international students. Located in Modena and Reggio Emilia, 19 km apart. Ranked between 400-500 in THE World University Rankings 2021
Founded in 1885 as first non-denominational teacher training college for women. Started with 41 female trainee teachers. Now has nearly 10,000 full-time and 3,000 part-time students. Almost 5,000 students in full and part-time postgraduate programs