PISA results show declining reading and mathematics levels

Compared to the last PISA results (in 2018), the average level in reading and mathematics has declined, while the level in natural sciences has improved slightly. The same can be said about the other countries, where a similar decline in reading and mathematics has been recorded. 

• PISA stands for Programme for International Student Assessment. It is the OECD’s way of measuring 15-year-olds’ capabilities with using reading, mathematics and science knowledge and skills to meet real-life challenges.
• Every three years, the PISA survey is conducted across the world. In 2022, 81 countries participated..
• From Denmark, a total of 7,800 students participated from 347 educational institutions. 6,200 pupils have been tested in mathematics, reading, and science.
• Top 10 countries in mathematics – Singapore, Macao, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea, Estonia, Switzerland, Canada and Netherlands. Denmark is in 13th place. 
• Top 10 countries in reading – Singapore, Ireland, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Estonia, Macao, Canada, the USA, and New Zealand. Denmark is in 15th place. 
• Top 10 countries in natural sciences – Singapore, Japan, Macao, Taiwan, South Korea, Estonia, Hong Kong, Canada, Finland, and Australia. Denmark is in 20th place.