Mayoral Control of the New York City Schools

Focusing on the ambitious reform strategy of mayoral control, the book examines its role in addressing the persistent learning gap in urban education in the U.S. Despite past reform efforts, urban school districts have struggled to improve outcomes for poor students. The implementation of mayoral control in major cities like New York, Boston, and Chicago has sparked interest, with a case study of New York highlighting the potential for significant transformation. The city's vast and diverse student population presents unique challenges and opportunities for educational reform.