Data & Tools
Phone Use by Grade Band, 2025–26
Share of U.S. students reporting daily classroom phone use for academic purposes.
| Grade Band | Daily Academic Use | Most Common Uses |
|---|---|---|
| K–5 | 42% | Educational apps, reading support |
| 6–8 | 78% | Research, calendars, accessibility |
| 9–12 | 94% | Research, collaboration, college prep |
Source: NCSS Digital Learning Survey, 2025–26.