A recent study by WalletHub analyzed the education levels of all 50 states in the U.S. based on metrics such as high school graduation rates, college degrees, and student test scores. Missouri ranked low in the study, with Missouri at 31st, due to lower education levels and median household incomes. The study highlighted the correlation between education and earnings, emphasizing the importance of high-quality learning opportunities for building a competitive workforce. States like Massachusetts, Vermont, and Maryland were among the most educated, while West Virginia, Mississippi, and Arkansas ranked at the bottom.