In 2023, the pupil-teacher ratio in secondary education in China stood at an equivalent of 12.20. Moving into the forecast period from 2024 to 2028, there is a consistent decline in the ratio, from 11.99 in 2024 to 11.19 in 2028. The year-on-year variation indicates a decreasing trend by approximately 1.75% annually.
The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year forecast is projected at -1.79%, reflecting a steady improvement in the teacher allocation for secondary education.
Future trends to watch for:
- Government policies aimed at increasing education quality could further lower pupil-teacher ratios.
- School infrastructure and teacher recruitment strategies may significantly impact these ratios.
- Demographic shifts such as declining birth rates may influence student enrollment numbers and subsequently the ratio.