Average Public School Graduation Rate

The national average public school graduation rate is approximately 85%.
The state with the highest average student graduation rate is Connecticut, with an 92% average graduation rate.
The state with the lowest average graduation rate is New Mexico, with an 66% average graduation rate.
The public schools with the highest graduation rate in each state are listed below (where sufficient data available).
Graduation Rate Range: 66% 92% Avg. Graduation Rate: 85%

Average Public School Graduation Rate By State (2024)

State
Average Graduation Rate
Schools with Highest Graduation Rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the national average public school graduation rate?
The national average public school graduation rate is 85% for 2024.
What are public schools with the highest graduation rate in the United States?
The public schools with the highest graduation rate in the United States include Acton-boxborough Regional High School, Musselman High School and Dupont Manual High School.
What is the state with the highest average public school graduation rate?
The state with the highest average public school graduation rate is Connecticut.

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The state with highest average public school graduation rate is Connecticut, with 92%. The county with highest average public school graduation rate is Kendall County, TX with 98%.