9/2/2025
EducationAuthor: Erik Langström
Recent reports indicate a decline in academic performance among Swedish-born ninth graders, particularly those with already weak results. Despite efforts from the government and educational authorities, equality in education remains elusive, with family background heavily influencing outcomes. The trend, which emerged post-pandemic, highlights a significant drop in grades and eligibility for national programs, especially among girls. Meanwhile, foreign-born students have shown improvement, attributed to earlier integration into the Swedish education system.