In 2023, both the Dominican Republic and Cuba led Latin America with 100% of teachers trained in secondary education, indicating a robust educational training infrastructure. Meanwhile, Turks and Caicos Islands and Colombia followed closely, maintaining high training levels. In contrast, countries like Grenada and the British Virgin Islands reported lower percentages, with significant declines noted in teacher training.
The year-on-year trend showed varying dynamics: Belize saw a significant increase in trained teachers, whereas Mexico experienced a moderate decline. The British Virgin Islands suffered a drastic reduction, reflecting potential systemic challenges.
For the forecast period, future trends suggest a focus on improving teacher training in countries with lower percentages, leveraging technology and international collaborations. Enhancements in educational policies and investments are crucial for raising training standards uniformly across the region.
Top countries in Trained Teachers in Secondary Education by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent of Teachers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Dominican Republic | 100 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 2 | 2 Cuba | 100 | 2022 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Turks and Caicos Islands | 98.7 | 2023 | +4.13% | +0.34% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Colombia | 98.57 | 2023 | +0.031% | -0.037% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bahamas | 89.22 | 2023 | -0.04% | +1.44% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Bolivia | 88.75 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 7 | 7 Mexico | 87.72 | 2023 | -0.025% | -0.5% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Saint Lucia | 73.41 | 2023 | +0.99% | -0.83% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belize | 72.14 | 2023 | +1.3% | +3.31% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Saint Vincent and Grenadines | 62.25 | 2023 | +0.98% | +1.28% | View data |
