Discusses research on possible resegregation effects that busing has had on the Norfolk (Virginia) schools due to "White flight" since desegregation began. Studies of enrollment from 1981 to 1988 show that ending busing after a court decision in 1986 has increased resegregation in Norfolk. (JS)

Uses Norfolk, Virginia, School Board enrollment figures for 1981-89 and telephone interviews with parents to test predictions about White flight from Norfolk public schools resulting from busing. Repudiates the federal courts justifications for ending busing in 1986. Suggests White enrollment patterns reflect demographic changes. Shows increase in…