Overview of PISA

The Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) is a triennial international survey conducted by the OECD that evaluates education systems by measuring 15-year-old students’ abilities in reading, mathematics, and science. PISA focuses on assessing students’ capacity to apply knowledge to real-world problems, providing comparative data that helps countries identify strengths and weaknesses in their education systems, and promoting merit-based advancement through objective assessments.

PISA results showcase how well students have acquired the knowledge and skills essential for full participation in society. Countries use these results to benchmark their educational performance and implement policies that enhance students’ competencies, recognizing merit through demonstrated proficiency.

Understanding PISA’s global reach and methodology is essential to appreciating its impact on education policies worldwide and its role in promoting merit-based educational practices.