Choosing a new place to live is a daunting task already, but when your kids’ education is added to the mix, it can be a lot of pressure.

While many parents may want to pay for private or live in an area that can offer their kids the best education , that is not always accessible. For most families, public education is the only (but still good) option.

The quality of public school systems varies widely from state to state.

WalletHub ranked the states that had the best and least best schools.

States were ranked based on 32 relevant metrics, which included safety, overall quality, test scores, and more.

Where did your state rank?

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The top three states with the best public schools were Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New Jersey, respectively.

Massachusetts boasts some

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