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Mexican education system assessment and funding challenges

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Mexican educational authorities continue to address varying levels of school needs and systemic challenges. In Nava, Coahuila, officials inspected primary schools to deliver supplies, where administrators identified requirements for irrigation, air conditioning, internet, and furniture. Criticism of current policies has intensified following the 2025 Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) results, which showed Mexican students scoring below the OECD average in mathematics, reading, and science. Israel Sánchez Martínez, president of the National Union of Parents (UNPF), has called for a ‘correction of course in the educational agenda regarding basic learning,’ arguing the ‘Nueva Escuela Mexicana’ model has failed to address needs exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. President Claudia Sheinbaum has dismissed the results, citing limitations in the evaluation's characteristics. Broader systemic concerns have emerged regarding political and financial structures. Critics argue the Secretariat of Public Education (SEP) has historically functioned as a tool for political control, with teacher unions influencing hiring through political negotiation rather than merit. Financial constraints also persist; Mexico allocates approximately 4.3% of its GDP to education, falling below the OECD average of 5.1% and trailing countries like Costa Rica at 6.7%. 5.1%. This funding gap impacts infrastructure, materials, and salaries. Furthermore, In October 2026, Secretary of Education Armando Delgadillo Ruvalcaba faced questioning before the centralized nature Education Commission of educational policy in Mexico City is criticized for overlooking the specific needs LXV Legislature. Lawmakers raised concerns regarding the shortage of indigenous, rural, school psychologists, teacher working conditions, unpaid wages, and border communities, while frequent administrative changes prevent long-term pedagogical stability. allegations of sexual abuse within institutions. Additionally, legislators requested detailed protocols for upcoming regulations on mobile phone use in schools, set to take effect on November 3, to ensure they serve as educational tools rather than disciplinary measures.

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