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Sustained AVID Participation Improves High School Graduation and College Enrollment

Evidence in Action

Will Markham | Published: August 21st, 2026 by K20 Center

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Summary

A Florida evaluation found that AVID participation increased graduation rates, and students completing three to four years of AVID were substantially more likely to enroll in college than comparable non-AVID peers.