Learn more about the best states for education below, and see the Best States methodology for a detailed look at the data behind the Best States rankings.

WalletHub ranked each state’s public schools for “Quality” and “Safety” using 33 relevant metrics.

This report, Rankings of the States 2024 and Estimates of School Statistics 2025, contains data primarily based on information from state departments of education.

Jul 21, 2025 · A new WalletHub study has revealed which states lead the nation in terms of education.

Sep 12, 2025 · Which states offer the strongest, safest public schools — from kindergarten through college? We analyzed dozens of datasets to find out.

May 24, 2025 · Southern states, unfortunately, seem to struggle with their public education systems, with most of them positioned lower in the rankings. For instance, Louisiana (33.37) and New Mexico …

The top-performing states typically demonstrate strong commitment to education funding, innovative teaching methodologies, and comprehensive support systems for both students and educators, …

Dec 7, 2025 · Massachusetts ranks #1 for education in 2025 with highest test scores and 90% graduation rate. Compare all 50 states, see spending analysis, and discover what makes top states …

Jul 29, 2025 · Differences in state education standards and laws, differences in funding, and differences in philosophy and focus can make school effectiveness vary widely. The latest study examines all …

Jul 21, 2025 · Public elementary and secondary education money usually flows from three sources: the federal, state and local governments. According to the U.S. Department of Education, states …