Index shows top states that support education freedom

(The Center Square) – The American Legislative Exchange Council released its annual analysis on state education freedom amid the rise in states opting into school choice programs.

The Index of State Education Freedom ranked all 50 states, looking at how well they provided options to families. There were five categories under which each state was assessed: student-centered funding, charter schools, home schools, virtual schools and open enrollment.

Florida ranked No. 1 overall, followed by Arizona and Arkansas.

For 2025-26, the state education budget for Florida was around $31.5 billion. The state has over three million students enrolled in public schools.

“Florida leads the nation because we provide all students and families with access to high-quality school choice options that meet their individual needs,” Commissioner of Education Anastasios Kamoutsas Read Entire Article