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Gallup studies perspectives on K-12 math education to understand barriers, perceptions and the role of math at school and beyond.

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Math Matters Study: The Value of Math in Work and Life

Virtually all U.S. adults see math as important in their lives, but not all Americans feel confident in their math abilities. Gallup's latest report, in partnership with the Gates Foundation, explores how U.S. adults perceive the importance of math, what they wish they had learned in school, and the emotional responses math evokes.

The findings reveal a public that overwhelmingly values math but also experiences significant gaps in learning and confidence.

Download the full report to explore how Americans think about math in their personal and professional lives, and what their perspectives mean for education and workforce leaders.

Math Matters Study: The Value of Math in Work and Life

Virtually all U.S. adults see math as important in their lives, but not all Americans feel confident in their math abilities. Gallup's latest report, in partnership with the Gates Foundation, explores how U.S. adults perceive the importance of math, what they wish they had learned in school, and the emotional responses math evokes.

The findings reveal a public that overwhelmingly values math but also experiences significant gaps in learning and confidence.

Download the full report to explore how Americans think about math in their personal and professional lives, and what their perspectives mean for education and workforce leaders.

95% of U.S. adults say math skills are very (55%) or somewhat (40%) important in their work life.
43% of U.S. adults wish they had learned more math skills in middle or high school.
24% of Americans say math makes them feel confused.
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