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2025 Report Card: America’s Schools Graded by Students

Students raised America’s school grade from B- to B this year, marking the first improvement since the poll began.

Gen Z Attitudes
Career Readiness
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Young Gen Z man building some technology.

Unlocking Pathways For Gen Z After High School

Most Gen Z students focus on earning a bachelor’s degree or entering the workforce after high school, but often lack a clear view of the full range of career paths. With support and aligned opportunities, students can graduate ready to achieve their goals.

Career Readiness
Access and Opportunity
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The Value of AI in Today’s Classrooms

New study shows parent, student, and teacher perspectives towards AI and it's use in teaching and learning. The findings show that educators and students embrace innovation and are optimistic that AI can meaningfully support traditional instruction.

Career Readiness
Schools & Curriculum
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Gen Z in the Heartland: Building AI Skills for a Changing World

In America’s heartland, Gen Z is embracing AI more than ever. However, many still lack access to AI technology and education on how to use it effectively. As AI changes the dynamics of work and learning, young people in the heartland are providing powerful insights into how to prepare students for success.

Schools & Curriculum
Gen Z Attitudes
STEM
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What Teachers Need to Thrive

To improve student outcomes for Gen Zers and beyond, the Walton Family Foundation partnered with Gallup to ask nearly 2,000 public K-12 teachers what they need to stay and thrive in the profession. By providing educators with the resources, autonomy, and opportunities for growth they need, schools can retain talent and prepare students for a brighter future.

Schools & Curriculum
Teacher Perceptions
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How Gen Z Is Navigating AI in School and Work

As AI reshapes how we work, learn, and connect, Gen Z — the most digital-savvy generation — has questions about its impact. Explore how they’re using AI, where knowledge gaps remain, and how schools and employers can help them build the skills and confidence for a tech-driven future.

Gen Z Attitudes
Schools & Curriculum
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Gen Z Researchers React to Voices of Gen Z Findings

Research shows that for Black students, success is often defined by a more holistic view of student experience. Hear two student researchers share their insights on the findings and their experiences.

Gen Z Attitudes
Three Black students doing homework together.

Black Students Are Optimistic about Themselves, Their Lives, and Their Futures

Black Gen Zers consistently report higher levels of optimism and fulfillment compared to their peers. What can we learn from their experiences to build a more effective education system?

Gen Z Attitudes
Schools & Curriculum

Black Gen Zers Thriving, Shaping Meaningful Futures

Fifty-five percent of Black Gen Zers report that they are currently "thriving." Hear from high school senior Destiny Smith and eighth grader Jaleel Moore on the factors and experiences that have shaped their positive outlook.

Gen Z Attitudes