The film "The Cartel" explores the declining state of American public schools, despite being the richest and most innovative society. The U.S. Department of Education reports that only 35% of high school seniors are proficient in reading and 23% in math. The country ranks last in educational effectiveness among large industrialized nations, despite spending the most per student. The documentary investigates the causes of this underachievement and potential solutions.
The Cartel
The state of American education is in decline, with a staggering 65% of high school seniors struggling to meet reading proficiency standards, as per 2006 national testing data from the U.S. Department of Education.
