Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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Are student test scores actually falling? New Stanford data reveals a decade-long decline in US academic performance.

We examine why reading and math proficiency dropped across 83% of districts, well before the pandemic began. Whether you are a parent, teacher, or student, this breakdown explains the scope of the issue and why phone bans are being considered as a solution.

Tell us in the comments if you think banning phones in classrooms will help.