- 77% of U.S. adults support in-class cellphone bans for middle and high school students, up from 74% in 2025 and 68% in 2024.
- For the first time, more Americans support (48%) than oppose (43%) a ban on cellphones during the entire school day, a rise from 36% in 2024.
- Support for both policies has increased across all age groups since 2024, though youngest adults (18-29) show the lowest support: 57% for in-class ban and 28% for all-day ban.
- Majorities of both Republicans (81%) and Democrats (74%) favor in-class bans, but Republicans are more supportive of all-day bans (55% vs. 44%).
- Many U.S. adults believe all-day bans would improve students' grades, social skills, and class behavior, but fewer see benefits for physical safety.