This document presents the results of a study on the socio-economic and educational status of blacks in Florida. Data are presented in the following areas: (1) black family demographics; (2) employment status and income; (3) test standards, performance and student tracking; (4) high school promotion, dropout and graduation rates; (5) special program participation; (6) school discipline disparities; (7) delivery of instruction; (8) teacher education; (9) college entry, enrollment patterns, and curriculum choices; (10) community colleges; and (11) financial aid. Among the conclusions and recommendations are the following: (1) the number of school age blacks is increasing; (2) the black unemployment rate continues to soar, and blacks are clustered in lower paying jobs; (3) black academic achievement in standardized tests is lower than that of whites; (4) there is a high dropout rate among blacks; (5) blacks are disproportionately in special programs; (6) blacks are more likely than whites to receive harsh school punishment; (7) consideration should be given to the learning styles of students with varying socio-economic backgrounds and experiences; (8) teacher education programs should recruit and produce more black teachers, principals and guidance counselors; (9) the number of blacks enrolling and successfully completing a four-year degree has declined; (10) the number of blacks enrolling in community colleges has declined significantly; and (11) financial aid to black students has decreased while aid to white students has increased. Data resources are listed, and additional recommendations for improvement are suggested. (BJV)