In the United States, 44 million citizens are in poverty. This is about 15% of the American population. In Waco, the poverty rate is up to 30%. With a lack of education, there is a more likely chance of ending up in poverty. 33% of teenagers in Waco drop out of school for different reasons such as working to help provide for their families. Although these teenagers are making some money, they can't make enough money to support living expenses because the jobs they are able to work without a high school or college degree are low paying! This lack of education continues the cycle of poverty in Waco.
