Math scores of US students plummet post-pandemic: What’s driving the decline in performance? Latest job recruitment

The latest TIMSS report reveals alarming declines in U.S. students’ math and science scores, with fourth graders dropping 18 points and eighth graders experiencing a 27-point decline from 2019 to 2023. This setback, compounded by gender disparities and global competition, raises concerns about the nation’s STEM future. Key factors include inconsistent curricula, teacher shortages, and technological gaps, highlighting the need for comprehensive educational reforms.