Analyzes forces affecting expansion of governmental control over public and private schools. Traces development of governmental agencies through which control of education has been exercised. Offers evidences of the development of government control in the areas of compulsory school attendance, curriculum, course of study, school financing, instructional staff, pupil personnel, and special educational services. Considers religious influence on government control of education and describes the development of national agencies, special services, and regulatory functions. [TAIC]