Portugal regressed about 20 years in Math and Reading results, according to data mentioned in the article. This regression means that the performance of Portuguese students dropped to levels similar to those of two decades ago, representing a significant setback in the country's educational system.
The Alentejo and Setúbal regions are at the bottom of the table in terms of results, indicating geographical inequalities in school performance. These data suggest that students in these regions face greater difficulties in reaching minimum levels of literacy and numeracy.
The article warns that there is an increasing number of Portuguese students who fail to reach the minimum level required to "participate effectively in society". This situation raises concerns about the basic skills of young graduates and their future social and professional integration.
However, the decline in results is not an exclusive phenomenon of Portugal. The OECD average in the assessment tests was the worst ever recorded, indicating that this educational crisis is a global problem and not just national.
