So, here's my hot take (which probably isn't terribly original): Compulsory school math should end before algebra, and the rest of the curriculum should be taught the same way (or better) to how we teach art or music.
If you need advanced math for your career, teach advanced algebra or calculus as needed. At the very least this will force post-secondary schools to be honest about how prepared students are leaving secondary school. Right now, it "those people's fault" for how poorly prepared for advanced math most kids are.
Basic math literacy is incredibly important. But being able to solve quadratics or discover geometric proofs is colossally unimportant to 98% of humanity and it's importance can usually be determined based on personal interest in a career. Let's be honest with ourselves that most people well and truly will never need advanced math. Exposed kids to it as a fun game or art form, not a tool that they will never use.
Should learning to use a belt sander be an educational requirement to move from 9th to 10th grade? No, no it should not.