SALT LAKE CITY — A new study comparing education performance in Utah with that of Colorado surprised even child advocates.
“It’s a striking finding,” said Bill Jaeger of the Colorado Children’s Campaign.
What he’s referring to is Utah Foundation’s new study that shows Colorado outscores Utah by a long shot on math and reading among all demographics.
Fifteen years ago, Utah was a top 15 state with Colorado close behind. Now, Colorado is in the top 10, but Utah has dropped to being in the mid-20s.
“We need to figure out how to change now and catch up with the rest of the nation,” said Shawn Teigan, research director at Utah Foundation.
The research points to three priorities in Colorado schools that barely exist in Utah.
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