What was the outcome of Zorach v. Clauson regarding religious instruction in public schools?

The outcome of Zorach v. Clauson was that the Supreme Court upheld the program of "released time" for religious education, which permitted students to leave school during the school day for religious instruction. This decision recognized that while the government cannot endorse or require religious activities in public schools, it can allow time for students to engage in religious practices if they wish.

The ruling emphasized the principle of religious freedom, stating that the program did not violate the Establishment Clause of the First Amendment, as it did not require participation and was voluntary. This case highlighted the understanding that public schools could accommodate religious instruction outside of the classroom setting, thereby balancing both the separation of church and state and the individual rights of students.