School choice good for students

All parents in Washington and across America want their children to thrive in learning environments that reflect their diverse interests, talents, and individual challenges.

That's why one-in-five parents last year enrolled at least one of their children in a new K–12 school. In fact, the process of moms and dads actively choosing how and where their children learn - often referred to as school choice - reached a five-year high in 2025.

Meanwhile, more than 60% of parents say they are likely to consider a new school for at least one of their children in 2026 - suggesting another active year fo...