A new Pew Research report reveals the majority of Americans believe US K–12 STEM education is average or below average compared to other developed countries.
■ 43% US is average compared to other countries
■ 30% US is below average
■ 25% US is above average
Perception of higher ed STEM quality slightly better
■ 35% US is at least above average for undergraduate STEM education
■ 38% US is at least above average for graduate STEM education
When Americans reflect on their own K–12 STEM education
■ 75% Liked their K–12 science classes
■ 46% Of those who disliked science thought their STEM classes were difficult
■ 36% Of those who disliked science found it difficult to see the usefulness of their STEM classes
