French Schools Post Worst-Ever Results in Latest PISA Rankings
France records its lowest-ever scores in international education assessments, mirroring declines seen across multiple European nations.
By Europa Express9 Sep 2026 · 13:30 CETUpdated 9 Sep 2026 · 13:30 CET
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French schools have recorded their worst-ever results in the latest PISA education rankings, according to an analysis published by The Local.
The declining performance places France alongside several other European neighbours that have similarly tumbled down the international charts in the recent educational assessments.
The downturn has prompted questions regarding the underlying factors and systemic issues affecting the French education system.