Education Policy
Connecticut Education Policy 2026
K-12 rankings, teacher salaries, school choice, curriculum battles, and how education shapes the 2026 political landscape in Connecticut.
#22
K-12 National Rank
#4
Teacher Salary Rank
91%
Graduation Rate
Choice: Yes
School Choice Program
Key Education Policies
| School Choice (Vouchers/ESAs) | Yes |
| Curriculum Restrictions (CRT/Gender) | No |
| Graduation Rate | 91% |
| Student Loan Debt Forgiveness Stance | Supported |
Education System Overview
Connecticut has strong overall education outcomes but significant achievement gaps between wealthy Fairfield County communities and urban districts like Bridgeport and Hartford. The state has some charter schools. Connecticut teachers are among the best paid.
2026 Political Impact
Education equity — the gap between wealthy suburban and poor urban districts — is a persistent political issue. Connecticut school funding has been repeatedly challenged in court as inequitable.