A sharp decline in academic performance among U.S. 15-year-olds has raised concerns as test scores fell by a significant margin, marking the largest drop in recent history. The results come amid growing political focus on expanding educational options, with advocates of "school choice" policies emphasizing alternatives to traditional public schools. Critics argue the decline may reflect broader systemic challenges in K-12 education, while supporters point to the need for reform. The findings highlight a key debate over how best to improve student achievement in an evolving policy landscape.
Scores among US 15-year-olds dropped 14 points from 2022, as the Trump administration pushes for 'school choice'.
