Boston's Ongoing Battle for Equal Education: 50 Years After Busing

Despite efforts to desegregate, Boston Public Schools remain segregated and unequal, leaving many families seeking alternatives.

Court-ordered busing in 1974 aimed to integrate Boston schools but failed to achieve lasting equality.
Many students face long commutes to access better educational opportunities across the city.
Boston spends significantly on education, yet disparities persist, especially in predominantly Black and Latino neighborhoods.
Efforts by multiple mayors to improve neighborhood schools have repeatedly fallen short.
Families continue to seek better education options through charter schools, exam schools, and programs like Metco.