This table provides metadata for the actual indicator available from Turkey statistics closest to the corresponding global SDG indicator. Please note that even when the global SDG indicator is fully available from Turkey statistics, this table should be consulted for information on national methodology and other Turkey-specific metadata information.
| Target name | By 2030, ensure that all girls and boys complete free, equitable and quality primary and secondary education leading to relevant and effective learning outcomes |
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| Indicator name | Proportion of children: at the end of primary school and at the end of lower secondary school achieving at least a minimum proficiency level in mathematics by sex |
| Global / Proxy indicator | Global indicator |
| Description of indicator | This indicator gives percentage of children at the end of primary education and at the end of lower secondary education achieving at least a minimum proficiency level in mathematics, by sex. It is based on Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study Results (TIMSS), conducted every four years by the International Association for the Evaluation of Educational Achievement (IEA). This monitoring research assess the knowledge and skills gained by 4th and 8th grade students. Türkiye is participated to TIMSS 2019 and TIMSS 2023 cycle at the Grade 5 and Grade 8 class levels. |
| Unit | (%) |
| Available disaggregation | Sex |
| Calculation | - |
| Comparability | Produced in full compliance with global metadata. In 2019 values, 5th grade at the end of primary school is also included in the calculation. |
| Revision | - |
| Other information | The goal of TIMSS is to provide the best policy-relevant information to help improve mathematics and science teaching and learning. |
| Data source | Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS) |
| Data source link | https://timss2019.org/reports/about/ 10173505_No15_TIMSS_2019_Turkiye_On_Raporu_Guncel.pdf |
Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS)
| Sample size | Turkey participated in the 2019 cycle with 180 schools and 4,028 students at 4th grade level and 181 schools and 4,077 students at 8th grade level |
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| Interview method | TIMSS used computer-based assessment (eTIMSS) in Turkey at its 2019 application |
| Survey application time | Every 4-years |