Statistic of the Month: How Far Behind Are the Very Best U.S. Students?

High-performing education systems view teachers as highly-trained professionals, and teachers in those systems feel valued.

U.S. students have better access to computers and stronger web-browsing skills than their international counterparts, yet they struggle to solve problems using technology.

PIAAC data shows that U.S. adults, especially young and unemployed populations, lag behind their international peers in literacy, numeracy, and digital problem solving, highlighting the need for improved skill development.