K-12 Teacher Shortage in the Northeast Data Analysis

This report presents a detailed analysis of the K-12 teacher shortage in the Northeast region, based on longitudinal data from 369 districts utilizing Frontline’s Recruiting & Hiring platform between 2019 and 2024. It outlines the current staffing pressures reported by district leaders, revealing that 72% of districts in the Northeast are experiencing teacher shortages, which is higher than the national average of 66%. The report further breaks down the shortage by district type, indicating that 73% of rural districts report shortages compared to 67% of urban districts. Additionally, the report highlights that the Northeast has a higher teacher retention rate of 81% compared to the national rate of 78%, with rural districts leading at 82%. However, it notes that 52% of district leaders find it increasingly difficult to recruit and hire teachers, signaling ongoing challenges in the hiring landscape despite strong retention rates. The report also discusses trends in job postings and applicant volumes, indicating fluctuations in hiring demand and candidate supply over the years.