Unmatched Potential: The Market for SITE|SAFETYNET℠
SITE|SAFETYNET℠ targets three main market segments in the United States: K-12 Schools and School Districts, Law Enforcement Agencies, and Parents of School Children. This presentation will explore the size and characteristics of each segment, providing valuable insights into the potential market for SITE|SAFETYNET℠.
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by Robert jordan
K-12 Schools in the U.S.
130K
Total K-12 Schools
Across the United States
67K
Elementary Schools
22K
Middle Schools
24K
High Schools
As of the latest data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), there are approximately 130,000 public K-12 schools across the United States. This total includes approximately 67,000 Elementary Schools, 22,000 Middle Schools, 24,000 High Schools, and 17,000 Other Types of Schools (charter, alternative, special education).
K-12 School Districts in the U.S.
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Total U.S. School Districts
Approximately 13,000
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Largest State Districts
Texas: ~1,200, California: ~1,000
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Mid-Size State Districts
Illinois: ~850, New York: ~700, Ohio: ~600
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Smaller State Districts
Pennsylvania: ~500, Michigan: ~500, Georgia: ~180
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Smallest State Districts
North Carolina: ~115, Florida: ~70
There are approximately 13,000 K-12 school districts in the U.S. Note: This number may vary slightly depending on district definitions or restructuring. However, 13,000 is the commonly cited estimate. The breakdown by state shows varying numbers of districts, with Texas and California having the most, while states like Florida and North Carolina have fewer, larger districts.
Law Enforcement Agencies in the U.S.
Total Law Enforcement Agencies
According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics (BJS), there are approximately 18,000 law enforcement agencies in the United States.
Federal Agencies
Approximately 70+ agencies (e.g., FBI, DEA, U.S. Marshals, ATF)
State Agencies
About 50 state police agencies (each state has at least one state police or highway patrol agency)
Local Agencies
The majority of law enforcement agencies in the U.S., which include:
Local Law Enforcement Agencies Breakdown
City Police Departments
Over 12,000
County Sheriff's Offices
About 3,000
Tribal Police Departments
Over 200
Special Jurisdictions
Several hundred (e.g., transit, school, park, and airport police)
Parents of School Children in the U.S.
Total Enrollment
According to the U.S. Census Bureau and National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), there are approximately 50 million children enrolled in K-12 schools in the United States. This includes children attending public, private, and charter schools across all 50 states.
Parental Breakdown by School Type
- Public Schools: Around 90% of U.S. school children attend public schools, translating to approximately 45 million children.
- Private Schools: Approximately 10% of U.S. school children are enrolled in private schools, totaling around 5 million children.
- Charter Schools: Around 3 million children attend charter schools, which are included in both the public and private sectors, but they have more flexible regulations than traditional public schools.
Parent Involvement and Demographics
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Elementary Schools
Parents of elementary school students (K-5) are often highly involved in their children's education, with regular communication between home and school, involvement in school activities, and attendance at parent-teacher conferences.
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Middle Schools
Parental involvement begins to shift as children become more independent, but many parents still play an active role in their children's academic and extracurricular activities.
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High Schools
Parents of high school students may be less directly involved due to their children's increased independence, but they remain critical in supporting academic achievement, career readiness, and preparing for higher education.
Demographics of Parents with School-Aged Children:
- By Age: The majority of parents with school-aged children are between the ages of 30-50.
- By Ethnicity: The racial and ethnic composition of parents mirrors that of the U.S. population, with a substantial number of Hispanic, Black, White, Asian, and mixed-race families involved in K-12 education.
- By Family Structure: Parents of school-aged children come from a range of family structures, including single-parent households, two-parent households, and extended families.
Parent Engagement and Priorities
Parent Engagement and Advocacy
Many parents are actively involved in educational decision-making through parent-teacher associations (PTAs), school boards, and other advocacy groups. Approximately 1 million parents are actively engaged in PTAs across the country, helping to support school fundraising efforts, volunteer opportunities, and educational initiatives. Involved parents often run for school boards or participate in local educational policy decisions to influence curriculum, school safety, and resources available to students.
Parent Priorities and Concerns
- Safety: Parents consistently rate school safety as a top concern, particularly in light of recent events and school shootings, with many advocating for more robust safety protocols and mental health support.
- Academic Achievement: Parents are highly invested in their children's academic success, particularly regarding standardized testing, college preparation, and access to quality teachers and resources.
- Extracurricular Opportunities: Parents often seek well-rounded educational experiences for their children, supporting sports, arts, and STEM programs.
- Technology in Schools: With the rise of digital learning, parents are increasingly concerned with their children's access to technology, online safety, and how technology is integrated into the learning process.
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Founder of SITE|SAFETYNET℠ and Protecting Our Students Inc.
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