Educational outcomes for children

Housing and education

This brief reviews how investments in quality, affordable housing and neighborhood conditions can yield significant educational benefits for children.

Brief

Improving educational outcomes for children

Children’s academic achievement can be strongly affected by conditions at home and in the surrounding neighborhood. This brief introduces policies that support development and operation of high-quality, affordable housing that allows children to focus on their education and avoid unplanned moves that disrupt school attendance. The brief also describes ways to promote development of affordable housing in resource-rich neighborhoods that provide access to high-quality schools and enrichment activities.