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Education
1 Lakh Schools Run With 1 Teacher
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 30 Jul 2026, 08:38 AM
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Over 1 lakh schools in India are being run with just one teacher, with Andhra Pradesh topping the list. The state has 16,357 schools with a single teacher.
A recent report has highlighted the acute shortage of teachers in Indian schools. The data reveals that more than 1 lakh schools are being managed with just one teacher. Andhra Pradesh has the highest number of such schools, with 16,357 institutions having only one teacher. This shortage of teachers can have a significant impact on the quality of education being imparted to students. The lack of adequate teaching staff can lead to a higher student-teacher ratio, making it difficult for students to receive individual attention.