Accessibility of Children & Youth Behavioral Health Services:
| Year | Rate of children enrolled in pre-kindergarten special education per 10,000 children | Number of preschool children receiving special education services | Number of children enrolled in Astor Headstart | Number of children enrolled in special education within Astor Headstart |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | 0 | 626 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | 0 | 653 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | 786 | 676 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | 0 | 732 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | 0 | 853 | 485 | 98 |
| 1999 | 0 | 868 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | 0 | 0 | 429 | 137 |
| 2001 | 0 | 0 | 480 | 134 |
| 2002 | 0 | 0 | 551 | 130 |
| 2003 | 543 |
| Source: | United Way Needs Assessment. Headstart data from Astor Headstart. |
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