Does your state make the grade? This new edition of Education State Rankings compares the 50 states in hundreds of preK-12 education categories. See how your state stacks up in reading and math scores, teachers salaries, graduation rates, per pupil spending, special education, class size and so much more. In addition, learn which state received the annual Smartest State Award, honoring the leaders, teachers, students and citizens who have worked hard to make education a top priority.