Education Policy
Missouri Education Policy 2026
K-12 rankings, teacher salaries, school choice, curriculum battles, and how education shapes the 2026 political landscape in Missouri.
#30
K-12 National Rank
#42
Teacher Salary Rank
90%
Graduation Rate
Choice: Yes
School Choice Program
Key Education Policies
| School Choice (Vouchers/ESAs) | Yes |
| Curriculum Restrictions (CRT/Gender) | Yes |
| Graduation Rate | 90% |
| Student Loan Debt Forgiveness Stance | Opposed |
Education System Overview
Missouri has a complex education landscape with strong suburbs and struggling urban and rural districts. Kansas City and St. Louis school districts have faced state accreditation issues. The state has expanded school choice.
2026 Political Impact
Missouri is safely Republican. Education policy reflects conservative priorities. Teachers in both St. Louis and Kansas City have had contentious labor relations with the state.