Well, I don't have specific statistics, but I have an article from the Maryland State Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Nancy Grasmick, about the impact of family involvement in education, and she specifically states, "Thirty years of research show that family involvement in education is a powerful influence on student achievement. Children whose families are involved in school and schoolwork tend to perfrom better than children whose families aren't. They earn higher grades and test scores than their peers, attend school and complete homework more regularly, are better behaved, and are more likely to graduate from high school and attend college."
For specific numbers and research, try the
National Center for Education Statistics
or the
U.S. Dept. of Education
. You should also try to look up your state's department of eduacation and see what kind of information they have. Check out
Maryland Dept. of Education
also. (Maryland has led the nation for three years in a row in reform of educational standards and has set numerous precedents for high standards that are used in states all over the country. This site is full of state and national statistics and information.)
Hope this helps.
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