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Ohio Ranks 14th In Nation
POSTED: 4:23 p.m. EDT September 17, 2003
CLEVELAND -- Experts have uncovered some surprising news concerning high-school graduation rates.
NewsChannel5 reported that, according to a 2001 Manhattan Institute study, 70 percent of all students in public high schools actually graduate.
Ohio's state average is slightly higher at 78 percent -- that's 14th in the nation.
The study also said only 32 percent of those who graduate from public schools are actually qualified to attend a four-year college.
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NewsChannel5 reported that, according to a 2001 Manhattan Institute study, 70 percent of all students in public high schools actually graduate.
Ohio's state average is slightly higher at 78 percent -- that's 14th in the nation.
The study also said only 32 percent of those who graduate from public schools are actually qualified to attend a four-year college.
For the latest education information, click here.
Check out NewsChannel5's mission statement for Connecting With Kids. Also, be sure to visit the Connecting With Kids Web site for more information and helpful tips.
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