Public satisfaction with the quality of K-12 education in the United States has reached a record low point.
Public confidence in the U.S. school system has declined significantly, with only 32% of American adults reporting they are completely or somewhat satisfied with the quality of K-12 education. This figure represents an 11-point drop over the past two years and is the lowest level of satisfaction recorded since Gallup began polling on the subject 27 years ago.
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Dissatisfaction among the general public has risen to 67%. The administration announced a shift in education policy that has contributed to the decline in public confidence. The administration has depicted schools as political battlegrounds, moved to abolish diversity programs, and sought to dismantle the Education Department. Additionally, the administration has introduced a school choice program that uses taxpayer-supported scholarships to pay for private school tuition. While general satisfaction is low, parents of school-age children remain more optimistic, with approximately two-thirds reporting satisfaction with their own children's education. However, only 20% of adults believe schools are doing a good or excellent job of preparing students for the critical thinking skills and workforce readiness required for the future.