Study Finds Gaps in School Entrance Security Despite Growing Investment in Surveillance

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A new nationwide survey highlights persistent challenges in securing school entrances, even as more campuses ramp up surveillance and safety protocols. According to research commissioned by Singlewire Software and conducted by independent firm Researchscape, only 17% of K-12 school staff members feel their campus entrances are completely secure.

Additionally, multiple challenges were cited for maintaining a secure school entrance, including guests not following check-in procedures (31%), lack of staff (30%), and no way to verify guest identities (24%).

The study surveyed more than 500 school staff members across the U.S. in January and February 2025.

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