Education Insights: Examining the Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic on K-12 Students
Although evidence of the pandemic’s impact on K-12 students’ learning is still emerging, available data suggests that many of these students may be facing challenges.
A new report from the Washington Student Achievement Council (WSAC) examines the effects of COVID-19, including school closures and remote learning, on K-12 students’ learning.
Key findings from the report include:
- One out of four public high school students in Washington received a grade that does not earn them credit during the 2020-21 academic year (as of March 2021), an increase of about 42% from the prior academic year.
- Fewer high school seniors in Washington have completed a FAFSA during the 2020-21 academic year compared to the previous year.
- Washington families report that children are spending less time on learning activities than before the pandemic.
- Almost half of Washington students still have no regular in-person instruction, and in-person instruction is even less common for high school students.
K-12 schools and districts across the state have been working hard to ensure students have continued education during the unprecedented COVID-19 crisis. Nevertheless, many students will likely require additional support and resources to recover from the learning disruption caused by the pandemic.
Explore the full report, and related resources, on our report website or via direct access through the link below.
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Facing Learning Disruption: Examining the Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic on K-12 Students (2021)
About the Washington Student Achievement Council
The Washington Student Achievement Council is committed to increasing educational opportunities and attainment in Washington.
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