How Japan performs in international assessments. These are national averages — individual schools may vary significantly.
| Assessment | Year | Score | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| TIMSS Mathematics (Grade 4) | 2019 | 593 | 5 / 58 |
| TIMSS Mathematics (Grade 8) | 2019 | 594 | 4 / 39 |
| TIMSS Science (Grade 4) | 2019 | 562 | 4 / 57 |
| TIMSS Science (Grade 8) | 2019 | 570 | 3 / 39 |