Segregated education in Black history refers to the widespread practice of separating Black and white students into different schools, based on the idea of racial superiority and inferiority. This system of segregation was enforced by laws and policies in the United States, particularly in the southern states, from the late 19th century until the mid-20th century.

The landmark Supreme Court case Brown v. Board of Education in 1954 declared segregation in public schools unconstitutional, overturning the doctrine of "separate but equal" established in the 1896 case Plessy v. Ferguson. Despite this ruling, it took many years for desegregation to be fully implemented, as many white communities resisted the integration of schools.

Segregated education had a profound impact on Black students, who were often provided with inferior resources, facilities, and educational opportunities compared to their white counterparts. This systemic discrimination perpetuated racial disparities in academic achievement and limited the social and economic advancement of Black communities.

The fight against segregated education played a significant role in the broader Civil Rights Movement, as activists and organizations worked to dismantle the legal and institutional barriers to equal educational opportunities. The legacy of segregated education continues to be felt today, as disparities in educational attainment and resources persist in many communities as a result of this dark chapter in American history.