Massachusetts ranks first in the nation for children s well-being, according to the 2022 Kids Count Data Book from the Annie E. Casey Foundation. Experts gave the Bay State high marks for combating poverty and boosting educational achievement. .
Minnesota once again gets a high ranking among states for child well-being, but an annual report says the state s disparities remain a challenge, with marginalized families seeing lasting impacts from the pandemic. This year s Annie E Casey Foundation Kids Count Data Book focuses on concerning mental health trends that have surfaced around the country. Nine percent of high schoolers overall reported attempting suicide in the most recent data year, along with 12% of Black students. .
New Hampshire ranks second in the country on measures of child well-being, according to the new 2022 Kids Count Data Book from the Annie E. Casey Foundation. The Granite State scores well for economic well-being, education, health, and family and community factors. .
A new report from the Annie E. Casey Foundation shows that in Minnesota, children disclosed a long-term mental health problem even prior to the COVID pandemic.
Kids in Minnesota fared better than their peers nationwide, but are still suffering mental health challenges. Minnesota ranked third in child well-being according to the Data Book.