The share of trained teachers in secondary education in Latin America varies significantly across countries. In 2023, Cuba and the Dominican Republic reached a full 100% of trained teachers. Costa Rica, with a value of 99.08% and Colombia at 98.72%, also maintained high levels. Moderate figures were seen in the Bahamas (86.28%) and Suriname (84.84%), while Saint Lucia (72.7%) and Belize (72.28%) had lower shares. Barbados was notably lower at 50.5%.
Between 2022 and 2023, positive growth was observed in the Bahamas (1.27%) and Belize (2.99%). Costa Rica and Colombia showed minor increases, while declines were noted in Suriname (-0.41%) and Barbados (-0.69%). The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the past five years would reflect these variations further.
Future trends to watch include potential policy changes aimed at improving teacher training, especially in countries with lower current shares. The focus on enhancing education quality may drive upward trends in regions lagging behind.
Top countries in Share of Trained Teachers in Secondary Education by Country
| # | 9 Countries | Percent of Teachers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Cuba | 100 | 2022 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Dominican Republic | 100 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 3 | 3 Costa Rica | 99.08 | 2023 | +0.74% | +0.61% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Colombia | 98.72 | 2023 | +0.051% | +0.013% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bahamas | 86.28 | 2023 | +0.5% | +1.27% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Suriname | 84.84 | 2023 | +0.071% | -0.41% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Saint Lucia | 72.7 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 8 | 8 Belize | 72.28 | 2023 | +1.18% | +2.99% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Barbados | 50.5 | 2023 | +0.045% | -0.69% | View data |
