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national assessment of educational progress

Student achievement declines despite rising graduation rates

(The Center Square) – High school graduation rates have increased while student achievement across K-12 public schools has declined, raising concerns among education experts about academic standards and long-term readiness. Nationwide, only about one-third of students meet proficiency benchmarks in reading, the National Assessment Governing Board reported. Since
MSU Exponent Contributor 14 Apr 2026

Public school test scores continue to decline since pandemic

(The Center Square) – Academic achievement in U.S. public schools continues to fall behind pre-pandemic levels, with national test data showing a persistent decline in math and reading scores years after COVID-19. Test results from the National Center for Education Statistics show that average scores on 12th-grade
MSU Exponent Contributor 02 Mar 2026

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