In which subjects does PIRLS assess student performance?

PIRLS, which stands for Progress in International Reading Literacy Study, specifically focuses on assessing reading literacy among primary school students. This assessment aims to gauge how well students in the fourth grade can understand and interpret written texts, thereby providing valuable insights into their reading capabilities and the effectiveness of education systems in teaching literacy. The results help educators and policymakers understand trends in reading performance across different countries and identify areas that need improvement.

The other subjects listed, such as Mathematics and Science, Civic and Citizenship Education, and Technology and Engineering, are not the focus of PIRLS assessments; instead, they fall under different study frameworks dedicated to those particular areas of learning, such as TIMSS for mathematics and science.