10 States With the Lowest High School Graduation Rate
At 81%, the nation's high school graduation rate is the highest it's ever been - and the number just keeps increasing. But not all states measure up - find out which states have the lowest high school graduation rate.
10. Washington
In 2013, 76% of high school students graduated in Washington.
9. Mississippi
In 2013, 76% of high school students graduated in Mississippi - a 1% increase since 2011.
8. Arizona
In 2013, 75% of high school students graduated in Arizona - a 3% decrease since 2011.
7. Louisiana
In 2013, 74% of high school students graduated in Louisiana - a 3% increase since 2011.
6. Georgia
In 2013, 72% of high school students graduated in Georgia - a 5% increase since 2011.
5. Alaska
In 2013, 72% of high school students graduated in Alaska - a 4% increase since 2011.
4. Nevada
In 2013, 71% of high school students graduated in Nevada - a 9% increase since 2011.
3. New Mexico
In 2013, 70% of high school students graduated in New Mexico - a 7% increase since 2011.
2. Oregon
In 2013, 69% of high school students graduated in Oregon - a 1% increase since 2011.
1. District of Columbia
In 2013, 62% of high school students graduated in District of Columbia - a 3% increase since 2011.
