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Author(s):Monrad, M
Title:High school dropout: A quick stats fact sheet
Source:http://www.betterhighschools.org/docs/NHSC_Drop...
Date:2007
Organization:National High School Center
Short Description:This brief describes who drops out of high school, according to race/ethnicity and socioeconomic status, and examines the impact of dropping out on crime, the economy, personal income levels, and employment.
Annotation:This brief describes who drops out of high school, according to race/ethnicity and socioeconomic status, and examines the impact of dropping out on crime, the economy, personal income levels, and employment.
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High School Dropouts
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