Figure 1. Characteristics of Boston Debate League participants

Figure 1. Characteristics of Boston Debate League participants

Debaters

Boston

Public Schools

Asian

8%

9%

Black

42%

37%

Hispanic

39%

40%

White

9%

12%

Female

56%

49%

Economically disadvantaged

87%

77%

English learner

37%

33%

Source: Schueler, Beth E., and Katherine E. Larned. "Interscholastic Policy Debate Promotes Critical Thinking and College-Going: Evidence From Boston Public Schools." Educational Evaluation and Policy Analysis (2023): 01623737231200234.