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Developing Equity Indicators for On-Time Graduation

Abstract

"This paper examines disparities in dropout and graduation rates among various subgroups of students. First, we review the various ways dropout and graduation rates are measured. Next, we briefly review the research literature on predictors of high school graduation and identify four key factors that are most strongly associated with subgroup differences in graduation. Finally, we describe four policy indicators that can be used to monitor those factors and provide timely information to guide interventions aimed at reducing or eliminating group disparities in graduation rates."