America

American students are not falling behind academically compared to students in other countries.One reason is we have better resources and DATA at hand. Another reason is because we Americans care about education more than helping out our fellow countries, plus a person can't live without a job and the person can't get a job without education. Which there are a RANGE of jobs where education is needed. Additionally, Americans children aren't actually getting smarter or dumber. In conclusion, American students are not falling behind academically COMPARED to students in other countries.