77% of Americans support in-class cellphone bans for students

A recent survey by the Pew Research Centre found that 77% of American adults support banning cellphones in classrooms for middle and high school students.

Only 18% oppose this idea, while 6% are unsure.

The survey also shows that support for all-day bans has increased, with 48% of adults now backing such bans, up from 36% in 2024.

Support varies by age and political affiliation, with younger adults and Democrats showing slightly less support compared to older adults and Republicans.

The National Defense Authorization Act, signed by President Trump in 2025, also prohibits cellphone use during the school day for students attending K-12 schools on military bases.