Parents’ expectations of their child’s education have never been higher. Since the pandemic, families have explored a variety of alternatives to traditional public schooling, including private and micro-schooling. But for many, public schools are the only option, so choosing the right school system is crucial. And according to new research, these states are renowned for the quality of their public schools.
This latest analysis from WalletHub reveals the best and worst school systems across the country, including a detailed ranking of each state based on a variety of factors, including:
- Performance
- Funding
- Safety
- Class size
- Teacher credentials
While each of these indicators contributes to a school system’s overall success, funding is often a significant contributing factor as well, the report suggests. Traditionally speaking, more resources equals better school system performance, according to research cited in the report. And as the data reveals, New York landed the top spot in terms of spending per student and ranks 13 overall for school system quality.
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But which state is best known for its public schools? Three East Coast states currently hold the top three spots, according to WalletHub. Here’s a look at the rankings:
- Massachusetts
- Connecticut
- New Jersey
- Wisconsin
- Virginia
- New Hampshire
- Nebraska
- Maryland
- Florida
- North Dakota
- Indiana
- Utah
- New York
- Delaware
- Maine
- Iowa
- Kentucky
- Wyoming
- South Dakota
- Illinois
- Vermont
- Montana
- Minnesota
- Pennsylvania
- Washington
- Rhode Island
- District of Columbia
- Texas
- California
- Colorado
- Tennessee
- North Carolina
- Arkansas
- Missouri
- Hawaii
- Ohio
- Georgia
- Idaho
- Kansas
- Michigan
- Oregon
- South Carolina
- Mississippi
- Nevada
- Alabama
- Lousiana
- Alaska
- West Virginia
- Arizona
- Oklahoma
- New Mexico
