Key Findings

• For most student groups, the pre-k policy changes were related to more favorable early elementary math test scores and academic grades.
• For Black students and students in the lowest-income group, the pre-k policy changes were also associated with higher reading test scores in second grade.
• Across all student groups, improved second grade outcomes were rel

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