Vermont Kids Count: Strengths and Gaps

Vermont’s kids are doing well overall—ranking fourth nationally with a score of 756—but the data reveals critical gaps, especially in education where the state ranks 14th, and child homelessness has tripled since 2019. While economic and health indicators remain strong, declining reading and math scores, rising teen dropout rates, and stagnant teen disengagement signal urgent needs. With a new scoring system highlighting specific weaknesses, Vermont must focus targeted solutions on education and family economic stability to truly protect its youngest residents. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ea84f045a09dfdc0