U.S. students' PISA math and reading scores reach two-decade low

American 15-year-olds achieved their lowest math and reading scores in over two decades on the 2025 Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA). Reading scores declined by 14 points since 2022, contributing to a broader international trend of falling scores across OECD countries. The U.S. also demonstrated significant inequality in reading scores compared to other participating nations, highlighting ongoing challenges in educational outcomes.