U.S. Education Rankings and Spending
President Trump claims about U.S. education rankings and spending are inaccurate. The U.S. performs above average in science and reading, below average in math. Trump aims to dismantle the Department of Education, but the U.S. is not last in international education rankings. U.S. spending per pupil is not the highest globally, especially at primary and secondary school levels.
Key Points
- U.S. education rankings are above average in science and reading, below average in math
- U.S. spending per pupil is not the highest globally, especially at primary and secondary school levels
Pros
- U.S. high school students perform above average in science and reading
- Elementary students in the U.S. score above average in math, science, and reading
Cons
- Trump's claims about U.S. education rankings and spending are inaccurate
- U.S. spending per pupil is not the highest globally