In the 1980s, the United States proudly boasted the highest high school graduation rate in the world. Fast forward to 2023, and the US finds itself in the 19th position globally. A startling revelation from this shift is that today, only 70% of students entering 9th grade will earn their high school diploma. The consequences of this trend are far-reaching, given the many benefits associated with completing high school, from higher earning potential and job prospects to societal contributions. in this blog post, we look at the reasons why.