noun
academic ability; scholastic achievement
Refers to knowledge and skills acquired through study, often measured by tests or grades. Not simply 'knowledge' in a general sense.
彼は学力が高いので、どの大学でも合格できるだろう。
His academic ability is high, so he'll probably pass any university entrance exam.
このテストは基礎
This test is designed to measure basic scholastic achievement.