Alaska has the eighth-worst performing schools in America, reports financial news website 247wallst.com. 24/7 ranked states from best performing down to worst on a variety of measures including school funding, academic achievement, and enrollment.

Here are the findings for Alaska:

– High school graduation rate: 78.2% (5th lowest)

– Public school spending: $17,838 per pupil (5th highest)

– 8th grade proficiency: 29.0% math; 23.3% reading

Click HERE to read the full article and HERE for a summary of the 50 states.

 
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Report: Alaska Has Eighth-Worst Performing Schools in U.S.

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