RAND Study Highlights Persistent High Teacher Burnout Rates

A recent RAND study, based on the 2026 State of the American Teacher Survey, indicates that 55% of K-12 public school teachers reported frequent job-related stress this year. While a slight decrease from the previous year, this figure remains significantly higher than other working adults. The report also notes that nearly one-fifth of teachers were likely to leave their positions, underscoring ongoing challenges in teacher well-being and retention.