More Oregon students struggle with homelessness than most states. Is the safety net at risk?

Oregon currently maintains one of the highest rates of homeless students in the United States, ranking sixth nationwide. The state follows New York, West Virginia, California, Washington, and Missouri in terms of student homelessness prevalence. This data indicates that more Oregon students struggle with homelessness than those in most other states, leading to concerns regarding whether the current safety net is at risk of failing these students during their critical years of education.