Research and articles regarding transgender students in schools often focus on two primary areas: the mental health and safety of transgender youth, and the ongoing debate regarding fairness in gender-segregated spaces like sports and locker rooms. Mental Health and School Climate

: Studies show that using a student's chosen name and pronouns is linked to lower rates of depression and suicidal ideation. Conversely, being misgendered daily can severely impact a student's mental health and ability to function.

The presence of transgender students in school settings has led to various legal and social debates, particularly regarding "fairness" and "privacy."

Transgender and non-binary (TNB) youth face significant challenges within the school environment, often stemming from "cisnormative" norms—the societal expectation that everyone identifies as the gender they were assigned at birth.