Poll
Education Spending Poll
Pennsylvania voters have a lot to learn about state education spending. And when they’re informed, they rightfully hold schools to a high standard. Here’s what recent polling showed:
1. Most voters lowball state education spending.
2. Voters think Pennsylvania spends a lot less per student than we actually do.
3. Almost everyone thinks teachers make less than they are actually paid.
4. Most voters are surprised at how much more Pennsylvania spends than the national average.
5. Voters don’t go easy when asked to grade our schools’ performance.
6. Take more from our pocketbooks? No thanks, say voters.
The survey, conducted by national polling firm The Tarrance Group from August 18-20, questioned 600 Pennsylvania registered voters on their knowledge of state education spending and performance levels.