Will AI replace school psychologists?
Unlikely. Most of the work is hard for today's AI to speed up. School Psychologists score 39 out of 100 (moderate exposure), #427 of 923 US jobs. AI could speed up 15 of the job's 19 tasks, 0 of them on its own, while 4 see little or no speed-up. Exposure means the work is likely to change, not that the job will disappear.
Which school psychologists tasks can AI do?
The most exposed tasks include "Compile and interpret students' test results, along with information from teachers and parents, to diagnose conditions and to help assess eligibility for special services"; "Maintain student records, including special education reports, confidential records, records of services provided, and behavioral data"; "Select, administer, and score psychological tests".
Which school psychologists tasks are hardest for AI?
Tasks with little or no AI speed-up include "Report any pertinent information to the proper authorities in cases of child endangerment, neglect, or abuse"; "Counsel children and families to help solve conflicts and problems in learning and adjustment"; "Serve as a resource to help families and schools deal with crises, such as separation and loss".
Are people already using AI for this work?
Yes. In April–May 2026, 4 of the 19 tasks showed up in real conversations with Claude, according to the Anthropic Economic Index.
How many people work as school psychologists, and what do they earn?
About 63,940 people in the US, with median pay of $95,990 a year (BLS, May 2025).