Significant Increase in Numbers of Homeless Youth Reported by Schools

The National Center for Homeless Education recently released federal data on the number of children and youth enrolled in public schools who are experiencing homelessness. Data from the 2017-2018 school year indicate that approximately 1.5 million youth experienced homelessness—representing the highest number ever reported nationally, and an increase of 15% over the past three years. Numbers of homeless students living in cars, parks, streets, and other non-shelter locations more than doubled since 2016-2017.

Access the full report here: https://nche.ed.gov/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Federal-Data-Summary-SY-15.16-to-17.18-Published-1.30.2020.pdf