School Infrastructure

National Merit Scholars Touchscreen Recognition: 2025 Benchmark Report on How Schools Celebrate Academic Excellence

• Hall of Fame Wall Team
• Recognition research , Academic achievement , School infrastructure

Intent: research Research Overview: This benchmark report analyzes recognition practices for National Merit Scholars across 450+ U.S. high schools from January 2023 through November 2025. Data sources include direct school surveys (N=187), public recognition display documentation, and Rocket Alumni Solutions deployment metrics from 263 active installations. The study examines recognition timing, display formats, content depth, and correlations between recognition visibility and subsequent National Merit qualification rates. Sample includes schools ranging from 400-3,500 students across 42 states, with median academic recognition budgets of $8,200 annually.