"New Report Unveils Current Landscape of Education for Black Students in California"

EdTrust-West recently unveiled the "Black Minds Matter 2025" report, highlighting educational disparities for Black Californians. Over 75% of Black 4-year-olds hail from disadvantaged backgrounds. Chronic absenteeism and bullying rates are alarmingly high, while black students face significant barriers in higher education, exacerbated by financial challenges and underrepresentation in colleges.