A recent study conducted by The Center for Arts Education has shown that strong art programs play an integral role in the graduation rates of high schoolers. Data collected from 200 New York City high schools revealed some startling facts:

• High schools in the top third of graduation rates had almost 40 percent more certified arts teachers per student than schools in the bottom third—or, on average, one additional arts teacher per school.
• High schools in the top third of graduation rates had almost 40 percent more physical spaces dedicated to arts learning per student than schools in the bottom third.
• High schools in the top third of graduation rates had 35 percent more graduates completing three or more arts courses than schools in the bottom third.

To read the full report, visit: Staying in School: Arts Education and New York City High School Graduation Rates.