The study shows California has the third-lowest teacher-to-student ratio in the U.S.
The research by e-learning platform, eLearning Industry, analyzed 2022 data from the National Center for Education Statistics database on public school enrollment and teacher staffing to identify the states with the lowest teacher-to-student ratios across America.
California ranks third with 46 teachers per 1,000 students. Despite having 5,930,473 students and 271,586 teachers, California’s ratio remains among the lowest in the nation.
Looking at the study, a spokesperson at eLearning Industry commented:
“According to the study, California faces the third-most significant challenges in teacher-to-student ratios.
“The data suggests that this state may need to focus on teacher recruitment, retention, and resource allocation to improve educational outcomes. These findings present important considerations for policymakers and education administrators looking to address staffing challenges.”
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The study was conducted by eLearning Industry, a trusted platform that provides expert content and tailored marketing solutions to help eLearning platforms, HR software companies, and corporate training providers grow and engage their target audience.
Methodology
The study analyzed 2022 data from the National Center for Education Statistics database on public school enrollment and teacher staffing to identify the states with the lowest teacher-to-student ratios across America.
Data Sources
- Teacher-to-Student Ratio Data → https://nces.ed.gov/programs/digest-dashboard/state/alabama
- Research Dataset → https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1uquxCgspOgAjfmMrSQQzDepe_GctF3sUDA76jK7DhZk/edit?gid=0#gid=0
