racial achievement gap

Having a parent behind bars can be a traumatic experience for a child. Studies show parental incarceration can affect school achievement, health,…

We’ve talked a lot on State of Opportunity about racial achievement gaps - how the average test score for black, Hispanic or Native American kids isn’t as…

When it comes to making sure kids are at grade level, the U.S. isn't doing so hot. Just a little over a third (36%) of 8-year olds are cognitively on…

We know, and have known for some time, that not every child in America gets the same shot at a good education. We know that children with darker skin are…