Data
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A State-by-State Breakdown of Teacher Job Satisfaction in 2026
See which states have the highest and lowest morale, and access data that can help explain the patterns.
Teacher Morale in 2026: Five Takeaways
See five highlights from EdWeek's annual, national survey of U.S. teachers.
How Much Did Teacher Pay Change in 30 Years? Draw a Line With Your Best Estimate
Can you guess if teacher salaries have generally gone down, up, or stayed about the same?
Data From 50 States: Teachers on Class Sizes, Improving Morale, and How Salaries Stack Up
Teachers across the states report that they make a significant amount beyond what they earn teaching.
Data From 50 States: Teachers See Student Behavior as a Significant Problem
They want smaller classes, tougher discipline consequences, and firmer parenting to counter the issue.
Data From 50 States: Teachers' Views of How the Profession Is Seen鈥擜nd Their Own Career Plans
Most believe the public views teaching negatively, and many say they plan to work in other fields.