A new report revealed that religious students often have higher academic outcomes than their secular peers. The report examined studies in three main areas. First, the report examined the religious faith of students and families in educational outcomes. One study found that students who regularly participated in religious activities had an average GPA 0.144 higher than their secular peers. The study contrasted that increase to the only 0.03 increase in students’ GPA if their parent has an additional year of education. Second, the report examined the educational programs of faith organizations. One study found that some educational programs offered by faith organizations can strengthen parent-teacher partnerships. Third, the report examined the religious faith of educators. Teachers who feel “called” to their vocation often experience greater work satisfaction. The report specifically examined studies of religious students in public schools. However, the findings are also relevant for private Christian school students. For instance, the report found that students benefit from moral codes of conduct, learned competencies (such as literacy from Scripture reading and memorization), and social ties. The authors of the report recommended that faith leaders and public school systems develop partnerships to meet students’ needs. David Closson, director of Family Research Council’s Center for Biblical Worldview, offered the following thoughts on the report: “Even a secular culture is rediscovering that formation matters, and the church is uniquely positioned to offer not just social support, but a comprehensive vision of human flourishing rooted in the gospel.”