This decline, which sank slightly lower than the already concerning 2022 score of 19.8, is a stark reminder of the profound impact the COVID-19 pandemic has had on education. The Class of 2023 has recorded the worst ACT performance in over three decades, with a composite score of just 19.5 out of 36. 4 in 10 seniors aren't ready for college.Īccording to the ACT, nearly half of all high school students don't meet a single of their college readiness benchmarks.
