Small schools have higher graduation rates, less violence and more parent involvement.
Students and teachers in small schools report a strong sense of belonging. In addition, small schools significantly reduce the impact of poverty on student achievement. The roots of the small schools movement are in New York City, led largely by New Visions for Public Schools, a local education fund. This report explores the momentum surrounding small urban schools, as well as the uncertain future of small rural schools. The Association's celebration reading honoring the birthday of Dr. Seuss.