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Class 12 Students Struggle: 59% Report Low Satisfaction with School Life
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What Happened?
A survey of 8,515 students reveals that 59% of Class 12 students report low satisfaction with school life, highlighting declining well-being as they advance through school.
Key points
- The 2025-26 Student Well-being Pulse Report surveyed 8,515 students.
- 59% of Class 12 students reported low satisfaction with school life.
- Only 19% of Class 12 students reported high satisfaction.
- Overall mental well-being ratings dropped from 62% in Grade 8 to 43% in Grade 12.
- Negative emotions increased, with anxiety rising from 22% in Grade 8 to 37% in Grade 12.
- 63% of all surveyed students reported high satisfaction with their personal lives.
Key insights
- The decline in student satisfaction may impact their academic performance and future career choices.
- Schools may need to integrate emotional well-being support alongside academic preparation.
- The contrast between personal and school satisfaction suggests a disconnect in student support systems.
Why it matters
The findings highlight the need for schools to provide better support to students facing academic pressures.
Source
India Today
