Students' Favorite and Hardest Subject

by Sara Ballesteros

Students at David Brearley were interviewed about their favorite subjects and the subjects they found most challenging. Many answers depended on the teacher, the class, the time, or the grade level. While a general survey revealed that English was the most liked subject, interviews were conducted for each grade level. The interviewed freshmen’s answers stood out: they generally preferred English because the class and curriculum were described as creative and thought‑provoking. A majority of students like English, but personal preference can depend on various factors that were not all covered.

Here are some results from the online survey:

This pie chart displays student opinions about their favorite subject. Colors for English, electives, and other fixed categories were preassigned, while remaining slices — such as lunch and dance — reflected open student responses. For example, some students went so far as to say, “The teacher is what makes the class fun and makes it easier to learn,” noting that their enjoyment depended on the teacher. Grade level must also be taken into account because classes become more challenging each year. This was considered during the in‑depth interviews and helps explain why opinions varied across grades.

Additional students were interviewed about which subject challenged them the most and why. Their answers were similar: they mentioned that the workload was especially overwhelming in their hardest class, making it difficult to focus and to put forth their best effort on assignments. However, it does not have to be this way; students can take several steps to improve their experience in more difficult classes. First, consider asking your teacher for extra help. Taking a few minutes to talk with a teacher can save you hours of work when something is clarified. Second, create a schedule to improve time management. This skill is especially important in challenging classes, and being able to handle the coursework is a strong indication of character. Finally, turn in your work on time to prevent tasks from piling up. Leaving everything until the last minute can make a class feel significantly harder. By putting your best effort forward and using good academic strategies, you can excel in all your courses.

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