America's 'huge' college readiness problem

A testing-service report says most high school grads head off to college without basic skills and knowledge they'll need

Out of four high school seniors, only one has a 75 percent chance of getting a C or above in entry level classes according to a new report.
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It's nearly time to head back to school, but according to an annual report from ACT, an organization that administers college-entrance exams similar to the SAT, most recent high school graduates aren't prepared for the academic challenges ahead. Here, a brief guide to the country's "huge college readiness issues":

How far behind are these students?

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