Sign up for Chalkbeat’s free email to stay informed on U.S. education trends. Recent TIMSS results show a concerning decrease in math scores for American students, particularly in fourth and eighth grades compared to other countries. Gender gaps are resurfacing while some countries show post-pandemic improvements. Lowest-performing students are struggling the most, widening the gap between them and high achievers. Absenteeism, home resources, instructional quality, and students’ interest in math and science impact test scores. Wealthier students and schools with fewer discipline issues tend to have higher scores. These results highlight the challenges in U.S. education and priorities for policy changes.
https://www.chalkbeat.org/2024/12/04/timss-international-test-result-us-math-scores-decline-post-pandemic/