Classroom sizes are shrinking as schools hire more teachers, a trend that promises more individualized attention for students across the country. Yet the same data reveal a stark gender gap at the top of the education hierarchy: women hold significantly fewer senior positions such as principals, department heads and district administrators. The report, compiled by Datanomics for Business Standard, attributes the rise in teaching staff to increased funding and policy pushes for lower student‑teacher ratios, while the leadership disparity is linked to entrenched biases, limited mentorship opportunities and slower promotion pathways for female educators. Experts warn that without targeted interventions, the sector may continue to benefit students with more teachers but fail to reflect gender equity in its decision‑making ranks.
Datanomics: More teachers in classrooms, but fewer women in senior roles Business Standard
