By William Tauro

A recent analysis of state takeovers of school districts across the United States suggests that the most successful interventions are those that retain some level of local decision-making. The study, which examined dozens of cases, including three districts in Massachusetts, found that a balanced approach—where state control is paired with local input—leads to better outcomes. However, two major teachers’ unions in Massachusetts have criticized these findings, calling for the state to relinquish its power to take over underperforming districts.

Public Opinion Survey: State Takeovers of School Districts

Introduction:
We are conducting a survey to gather public opinion on state takeovers of school districts. Your responses will help us understand different perspectives on this issue.

Instructions:
For each statement below, please indicate your level of agreement by selecting one of the following options:
• Strongly agree
• Agree
• Neutral
• Disagree
• Strongly disagree

Survey Questions:

1. State takeovers of underperforming school districts are necessary.
• Strongly agree
• Agree
• Neutral
• Disagree
• Strongly disagree

2. It is important to maintain local decision-making in school districts.
• Strongly agree
• Agree
• Neutral
• Disagree
• Strongly disagree

3. Teachers’ unions have a positive influence on education policy.
• Strongly agree
• Agree
• Neutral
• Disagree
• Strongly disagree

4. The state should have the authority to take control of underperforming school districts.
• Strongly agree
• Agree
• Neutral
• Disagree
• Strongly disagree

5. State takeovers are more effective when some local control is preserved.
• Strongly agree
• Agree
• Neutral
• Disagree
• Strongly disagree

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