Research on the Phenomenon of Hidden School Dropout of Rural Students in China

Since the implementation of compulsory education, the overall quality of the population residing in rural areas in China has improved markedly. However, a considerable number of students still fail to complete their studies, resulting in a hidden dropout group. This has emerged as a significant challenge in the context of rural education in China. This paper defines the concept of rural hidden dropout and studies the three aspects of the phenomenon of hidden school dropout of rural students in China. It examines the factors that lead to rural students ' hidden dropout, the negative effects of hidden school dropout, and the analysis of potential solutions to the problem of rural students' hidden dropout. The study identified four primary causes of hidden dropout in rural areas: economic factors, parental factors, limited educational resources, and the influence of the internet. It also demonstrated that hidden dropout in rural areas has a detrimental impact. In the following four aspects, respectively, which are individual, family, school, and society, measures can be taken to address the issue of hidden dropout in rural areas. These measures include establishing a comprehensive prevention mechanism, optimizing local teacher resources, and increasing the level of family involvement. The significance of this study lies in analyzing the reasons and impacts of hidden dropout in rural areas, thereby deriving corresponding countermeasures. This is beneficial for the development of rural education and improvement of overall educational level in China.