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OECD PISA 2025 results show global decline in student performance
The 2025 PISA results from the OECD indicate a historic decline in average scores for mathematics, reading, and science globally. In Brazil, the data shows a decade of stagnation, with 72% of students failing to reach minimum proficiency in mathematics. While some regions like Goiás outperformed the national average, experts note that Brazil's relative stability compared to the declining OECD average does not equate to significant learning gains.
In Mexico, the results have sparked political debate. Former Education Secretary Aurelio Nuño attributed the decline to reduced support for low-income students and the removal of full-time school programs. Conversely, President Claudia Sheinbaum defended the Nueva Escuela Mexicana model, arguing that the PISA test does not account for regional disparities and highlighting that Mexico has seen increased student enrollment and reduced socioeconomic inequality in science scores.
Paraguay also reported concerning results, with low proficiency levels in reading, mathematics, and science. Educational specialists in the country have pointed to challenges such as school absenteeism, infrastructure gaps, and the impact of digital environments on learning processes.
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Abraspe · Brazil · Claudia Sheinbaum · Lemann Foundation · Luís Montenegro · Mexico · OECD · Paraguay · Pisa · Portugal
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- [● 2 SOURCES] The socioeconomic gap in science scores in Mexico is 68 points, compared to the OECD average of 85 points. julioastillero.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Argentina saw declines in PISA scores, obtaining 393 in science, 389 in reading, and 367 in mathematics. www.perfil.com · elnacional.com.py
- [DISPUTED] The OECD reported that 2025 recorded the lowest average PISA results in history for mathematics, reading, and science. www.mexicosocial.org
- [DISPUTED] Mexico obtained 388 points in mathematics, which is 75 points below the OECD average of 463. poderedomex.com · www.mexicosocial.org
- [● 2 SOURCES] Mexico's reading score was 408 points, compared to the OECD average of 461. poderedomex.com · www.mexicosocial.org
- [DISPUTED] Paraguay's PISA 2025 results included 352 points in reading, 334 in mathematics, and 355 in science. elnacional.com.py
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Former Education Secretary Aurelio Nuño attributed Mexico's educational decline to reduced support for low-income students and the removal of full-time school programs. diarioamanecer.com.mx
- [● 5 SOURCES] Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum defended the Nueva Escuela Mexicana, citing increased student enrollment and lower socioeconomic inequality in science scores. 889noticias.mx · julioastillero.com · www.elsiglodetorreon.com.mx · vanguardia.com.mx