LOS ANGELES, Calif. —New data released today by HopSkipDrive shows that bus driver shortages remain a chronic issue for school districts, with real, measurable consequences that have not gone away despite years of attempted fixes. HopSkipDrive’s full State of School Transportation Report digs into what’s driving these numbers, along with related findings on transportation’s ties to parent choices, attendance, enrollment, and cost. It also includes data from parents about their approach to school transportation issues. RouteWise AI helps schools and districts address critical challenges, including budget cuts, bus driver shortages, and reaching climate goals. HopSkipDrive has supported over 14,500 schools across two dozen states, with over 2,000 school districts, government agencies, and nonprofit partners.