U.S. Education Disparities: Mississippi, West Virginia Lag Behind
The educational landscape in the United States varies significantly across states. Several states consistently lag behind in school quality and degree attainment, as highlighted by the annual WalletHub study on U.S. education.
Mississippi and West Virginia are among the least educated states. Mississippi has the third-lowest high school diploma rate and the second-lowest bachelor's degree rate. West Virginia ranks last, with only around 20 percent of adults holding a bachelor's degree and a high school completion rate slightly below the U.S. average.
Kentucky, Arkansas, Alabama, Louisiana, and New Mexico also struggle with educational attainment. Kentucky ranks 44th to 45th, with about 28 percent of adults having a bachelor's or higher degree. Arkansas ranks 47th, with the third-smallest proportions of adults holding associate's, bachelor's, or graduate degrees. Alabama and Louisiana rank low, with about 22 percent and 23 percent of adults having a bachelor's degree or higher, respectively. New Mexico has the lowest Quality of Education rank and one of the highest high-school dropout rates.
These states face challenges in improving educational outcomes. Efforts to enhance funding, resources, and educational quality are crucial to boost high school graduation rates and college attainment. Regular studies like WalletHub's provide valuable insights to guide these efforts.
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