The global share of men aged 25+ having at least completed lower secondary education shows significant variation across countries. In 2023, Uzbekistan leads with 100%, followed closely by Norway at 99.28% and Slovenia at 99.19%. Noteworthy increases occurred in countries like Portugal (4.19% YoY) and Colombia (2.42% YoY), indicating progressive educational improvements. However, some countries like Germany saw a slight decline of -0.2% YoY. Looking ahead, the focus should consider emerging education trends, disparities between regions, and the impact of educational policies aimed at reducing these gaps. Monitoring these dynamics will be crucial for forecasting educational attainment trends.
Top countries in Share of Men Having at Least Completed Lower Secondary Education by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent of Men Aged 25+ | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Uzbekistan | 100 | 2022 | +0.024% | +0.011% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Norway | 99.28 | 2023 | -0.0034% | -0.0066% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Slovenia | 99.19 | 2023 | +0.12% | +0.13% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Oman | 98.65 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 5 | 5 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 97.87 | 2023 | +1.3% | +1.84% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Switzerland | 97.71 | 2023 | +0.043% | +0.04% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Azerbaijan | 97.59 | 2023 | +0.01% | +0.018% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United States | 95.8 | 2023 | +0.034% | -0.038% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Germany | 95.58 | 2023 | -0.12% | -0.2% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 95.22 | 2023 | +0.00061% | +0.29% | View data |
