Civic Study Gives Failing Grade to American Youth

Yesterday, the Educational Testing Service released a new study that gives a failing grade to American youth for civic proficiency.

Among the dismal findings:

Only approx. 25% of middle and high school students demonstrate “proficient” civic knowledge and understanding of American history.

The oldest, most highly educated, and highest income Americans are 7 times more likely to vote than young, less educated, and low income Americans.

What can you do? Join CityClub & our new Youth Civic Education initiative!

Read the full study, Fault Lines in Our Democracy: Civic Knowledge, Voting Behavior, and Civic Engagement in the United States.