Test scores for 13-year-olds continue to plunge in math and reading, new data reveals

New data reveals that test scores among 13-year-olds have continued to plunge — with math down nine points and reading down four from 2019, before the pandemic, to the fall of 2022. NBC News’ Stephanie Gosk has more on what some experts call an “educational crisis” that’s spreading across all regions and affecting all kids. » Subscribe to NBC News: » Watch more NBC video: NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative and powerful news brands that deliver compelling, diverse and engaging news stories. NBC News Digital features , , , Nightly News, Meet the Press, Dateline, and the existing apps and digital extensions of these respective properties. We deliver the best in breaking news, live video coverage, original journalism and segments from your favorite NBC News Shows. Connect with NBC News Online! NBC News App: Breaking News Alerts: Visit : Find NBC News on Facebook: Follow NBC News on Twitter: Get more of NBC News delivered to your inbox: #NBCNews #Testing #Education