The net enrolment rate in Malaysia for secondary education stood at 70.56 units in 2023. Over the past two years, the year-on-year variation was stable, with average growth rates around 0.22% annually. Observing the trend from 2018 to 2023, the average yearly growth rate (CAGR) was approximately 0.23%. Looking forward, from 2024 to 2028, the forecasted growth rate remains consistent at approximately 0.17% annually, with a total growth rate of 0.85% over these five years.
Future trends to watch for include potential policy changes in education, demographic shifts impacting school-age population, and economic factors that could influence enrolment rates. Additionally, technological advancements in education and increasing access to digital learning resources might play crucial roles in shaping secondary education enrolment rates.