NYC Report Shows 1 in 8 Students Experienced Homelessness in 2025-2026
What happened
A report from Advocates for Children of New York found that one in eight children in New York City's public school system experienced homelessness during the 2025-2026 school year. Over 138,000 students lived in temporary housing, with 50,000 in shelters and 81,000 in shared housing. The report noted a 10% decrease from the previous year, though the Bronx still has the highest rate of student homelessness.
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Why it matters
The report details significant educational challenges for homeless students, including high rates of chronic absenteeism and lower reading proficiency compared to peers in permanent housing. Advocates for Children's Learners in Temporary Housing Project director Jennifer Pringle emphasized the need for the city to address these issues.
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Who's involved
- Christine QuinnPresident and CEO of Win, a supportive housing group, who advocated for housing improvements.
- Jennifer PringleDirector of Advocates for Children's Learners in Temporary Housing Project, who stressed the need for city action.
- Kamar SamuelsNew York City Schools Chancellor, who works on improving city policies.
- City of New YorkThe municipal government of New York City, which oversees housing and public services.
- New York CityThe location where the housing and educational challenges were documented.
- New York City Public SchoolsThe public school system where the students experiencing homelessness are enrolled.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- City of New YorkSpeculative
The City of New York might face increased costs related to policy pressure for affordable housing and rental assistance.
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The entities involved
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Christine Quinn
American politician and executive
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Kamar Samuels
New York City Schools Chancellor