California trails much of the country when it comes to public education, according to Education Week’s new state rankings.
The magazine ranks all 50 states and the District of Columbia based on three categories — chance for success, K-12 achievement and school finance.
California received a “C-” overall, notching “D+” grades in K-12 achievement and school finance.
The best state for education? Massachusetts with a “B” grade. Nevada, on the other hand, ranked dead last with a “D” grade.
Overall, the national grade was a “C” — 74.2 out of 100 points.
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