OHIO RANKINGS

In all categories, a ranking of 1st would be considered “best for teachers” and a ranking of 51st would be considered “worst for teachers.”The first 11 categories are weighted at 7 points each, the next eight at 2.4 points each, and the last three at 1.2 points each.

■ Average starting salary** – 21st

■ Average salary (all teachers)** – 4th

■ Income growth potential – 26th

■ 10-year change in salaries – 43rd

■ Average teacher pension** – 1st

■ New teachers with inadequate pensions – 37th ■ Projected teacher competition in 2026 – 40th ■ Public school enrollment growth – 17th

■ Teacher tenure protections – 6th ■ Uncertified teachers – 14th ■ Quality of school system – 27th

■ Pupil-teacher ratio – 39th

■ Public school spending per student – 32nd

■ Projected teacher turnover – 6th

■ Teacher union strength – 12th

■ Teacher safety – 28th

■ Administrative support – 37th

■ Annual evaluation required – yes

■ Effectiveness measured – yes

■ Average commute time – 19th

■ Childhood disadvantage rate – 31st

■ Working-mom friendliness – 31st

**-ADJUSTED FOR LOCAL COST OF LIVING