When looking at the whole population combined, it becomes apparent that Asian students are outperforming all other students in test scores, high school and college completion rates. These achievements led to the perception that Asians are a racial group that has succeeded in the U.S. This perception is called the:

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The model minority myth is the belief that certain minority groups, particularly Asian Americans, have succeeded in the U.S. due to their cultural values and work ethic. This myth obscures the challenges and inequalities that many Asian Americans face, and reinforces harmful stereotypes about other minority groups who may not perform as well academically.

When Looking at the Whole Population Combined, It Becomes Apparent