Coverage dated July 20, 2026

Shrinking student populations cause spike in public school closures across U.S.

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Limited funds and low enrollment forced districts to close more than 1,000 schools in 2025-26.

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    Limited funds and low enrollment forced districts to close more than 1,000 schools in 2025-26.

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