Policy puzzle no. 4 : teacher salary and the complexity of school systems

Abstract

• Teachers are one of the main components of an educational system that facilities a prosperous and resilient society. • Salary plays a crucial role in attracting and retaining high-quality teachers. • The relationship between teacher salary and student achievement is complex and inconclusive. • A high teacher salary alone is not a guarantor of educational attainment. • Teachers in Luxembourg have the highest gross salary among OECD countries, yet - in international comparison - the student achievement stagnates and has been below average.