“The major education issue is our inability to educate our Latino and African-American youth to the same high levels as our white youth” – Charles Weis (former Santa Clara County Superintendent of Schools)
The above article published by NPRed points out that on a national scale, Latinos have a history of being treated poorly in the classroom. From institutional segregation in the mid 20th century to de-facto poorer treatment in the past several decades, getting a quality education for Latinos in the US has been an uphill battle. 62 percent of Latinos under the age of 18 who make up a population of over 18 million people, live in poverty. On the national level, there are clear shortcomings, but how is the education system in Santa Clara County doing in terms of creating equity for young Latinos?
www.racecounts.orgRace Counts is a website which collects data on race disparities in California and presents it in an infographic format. The organization which pioneered the project is The Advancement Project, which aims to increase equity through democracy in California. Below are a number of factors explored by the research conducted.
Latino Graduation Rates in Santa Clara County
3rd Grade Latino English Proficiency Rate in Santa Clara County
3rd Grade Latino Math Proficiency Rate in Santa Clara County
Latino Early Childhood Education Access Rate in Santa Clara County
Latino Suspension Rate in Santa Clara County
Latino Teacher Representation in Santa Clara County
