France records its worst results in the Pisa survey in 20 years

French students achieve their lowest scores in mathematics and reading comprehension.

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The 2025 Pisa survey shows a widespread decline in skills, with France ranking 34th in math.

The Education Minister cites a 'structural phenomenon' linked to social media exposure.

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