The Total Primary Education Pupil-Teacher Ratio in Ghana has shown a consistent decline from 31.68 in 2013 to 30.39 in 2023. During the initial years, there were fluctuations with noticeable drops in 2014 (-5.06%) and 2016 (-1%). However, the last two years have seen a steady year-on-year decline of around -0.24% and -0.25%. The average Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last five years is approximately -0.25%, indicating a gradual improvement in the pupil-teacher ratio.
Looking ahead, the forecasted data for 2024 to 2028 suggests a continued decrease, reaching 30.01 by 2028. The forecasted 5-year CAGR is -0.2%, translating to a 1% reduction over this period.
Future trends to watch for may include:- Government policies aimed at improving teacher recruitment and training.- Investments in educational infrastructure.- Demographic changes affecting primary school enrollment rates.- Partnerships with international educational bodies to enhance teacher quality and availability.
