The article discusses the results of a survey conducted by the German Institute for Education Research, which found that only 9% of German students consider themselves to be "very good" at mathematics, while 40% feel that their teacher does not care about their individual progress. The survey also found that many students experience difficulties in the classroom, such as feeling lonely or isolated, being a victim of bullying, or experiencing distractions from digital devices. Additionally, the survey revealed that the composition of the student body has changed significantly over the past decade, with an increase in the number of students born outside of Germany or with migrant backgrounds. The article highlights the challenges facing German schools and the need for a comprehensive approach to address these issues, including improving early childhood education, reducing bureaucratic tasks for teachers, and increasing the amount of regular teaching time.