A new study of early childhood data in Ohio shows sluggish progress in areas like kindergarten readiness and infant mortality, with the state ranked among the lowest in the country when it comes to child care subsidies and child food insecurity.
The new early childhood dashboard released Tuesday by Groundwork Ohio and the Health Policy Institute of Ohio incorporates two years of information collected about Ohio’s status when it comes to taking care of children. The takeaways from the study show an urgent need for supports and a “crisis” when it comes to educational development and maternal and infant outcomes.
