Chicago Public Schools Enrollment Drops By 11,500 Students
Chicago Public Schools enrollment has declined to approximately 304,000 students. Despite the drop, the district remains the third-largest in the United States.
The district’s enrollment dipped to about 304,000 students though it reclaimed its spot as the country’s third-largest school system. The Chicago Teachers Union called for extending CPS’ school closure moratorium.
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