U.S. Student Scores Hit Historic Lows in Latest ‘Nation’s Report Card,’ Raising Economic Concerns
U.S. Student Scores Hit Historic Lows in Latest ‘Nation’s Report Card,’ Raising Economic Concerns New data from the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) reveals a significant slump in U.S. student performance, with average reading and math scores for 12th graders plummeting to their lowest levels on record. The 2024 results, often referred to as “the nation’s report card,” also highlight a concerning decline in science knowledge among eighth graders, signaling potential profound implications for the country’s economic future. The…