PISA 2025 results show global decline in student literacy and math skills

PISA 2025 OECD educational performance literacy decline digital distraction

The OECD PISA 2025 assessment reveals a widespread decline in reading and mathematics proficiency among 15-year-olds in many developed nations. In Spain, reading scores dropped by 33 points compared to 2022, reaching 451. While the educational equity gap in Spain is narrowing, experts warn this is due to a significant decline in high-income students rather than improvements among vulnerable groups.

Portugal has seen a regression in mathematics and reading skills to levels observed twenty years ago. Similarly, Argentina reported its worst results in two decades, with scores in mathematics, reading, and science all declining compared to 2022.

The report highlights the impact of digital technology on learning. Students who use mobile devices excessively or for leisure during school hours tend to perform significantly worse. The rise of short-form video content and algorithm-driven platforms is noted as a potential factor in decreasing students' ability to focus and engage in deep learning.

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Antonio Ciriaco · Argentina · Claudia Sheinbaum · Colombia · Dominican Republic · El Salvador · Luis Abinader · Luis Ramírez · Mexico · OECD · Omar Fernández · Pisa

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[○ 1 SOURCE] In El Salvador, girls scored higher in reading (375 points) than boys (358 points), while boys led in mathematics (353 points) over girls (340 points). elmundo.hn
[● 2 SOURCES] Economic growth should not be the sole indicator of development, as it must include wealth distribution and environmental impact. almomento.mx · diario.mx
[○ 1 SOURCE] Colombia's PISA scores were 381 in mathematics, 399 in reading, and 414 in science. 360radio.com.co
[● 3 SOURCES] Mexican public schools outperformed private institutions in PISA results when accounting for socioeconomic levels. estosdias.com.mx
[● 2 SOURCES] The fusion of the ministries of education and higher education will not resolve the country's educational quality issues. almomento.net
[● 3 SOURCES] More than 75% of Dominican students over 15 are below the average in mathematics, reading, and science. elsoldesantiago.com · almomento.net · vigilanteinformativo.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] The Minister of Education noted a reduction in class hours as a factor in low academic performance in Paraguay. diarioparaguayo.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] In El Salvador, boys scored 6 points higher than girls in science. elmundo.hn
[○ 1 SOURCE] In El Salvador, girls scored 375 points in reading and boys scored 358 points. elmundo.hn
[DISPUTED] In Mexico, students ranked near the bottom of OECD members in reading and science, and near the bottom in mathematics. elobservadorenlinea.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] In El Salvador, boys scored 353 points in mathematics and girls scored 340 points. elmundo.hn
[○ 1 SOURCE] Students who use mobile devices excessively for pleasure in school settings achieve lower academic results. elinformadorve.com