I have to say, I agree with both perspectives regarding API scores.

Our kids graduated from local schools with high API scores, and went on to Ivy League universities. They have friends–from less optimum circumstances–who were extremely focused and driven, and did equally as well.

I think the real concern for all young people will go far beyond API scores, and come in the form of concerns about viable employment, and the ability to create a decent lifestyle outside of their parent’s homes. That’s going to be the real challenge for them going forward.