The data indicates a strong presence of female pupils in secondary education in Burundi, Rwanda, and Gambia, all exceeding a 55% share. Conversely, Afghanistan shows the lowest share at 39.12%. Year-on-year trends highlight an increase in several countries, with Afghanistan showing the most significant growth. Meanwhile, countries like Lebanon and Bahrain have experienced a decline. Observing the changes over five years, there's a general trend towards improving female representation, with some exceptions experiencing stagnation or slight reduction.
Future trends to watch include continued growth in female participation in traditionally lower-ranking countries. However, potential declines in countries like Lebanon warrant close monitoring to ensure ongoing progress in gender parity in education.
Top countries in Share of Female General Pupils in Secondary Education by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent of Female Pupils in Secondary Education | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Burundi | 56.56 | 2023 | +1.27% | +1.21% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Rwanda | 55.66 | 2023 | +0.48% | +0.56% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Gambia | 55.42 | 2023 | +0.84% | +0.83% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Bangladesh | 54.79 | 2023 | +0.34% | +0.33% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Senegal | 54.77 | 2023 | +0.98% | +1.06% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Cambodia | 54.75 | 2023 | +1.02% | +1.12% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Tunisia | 53.68 | 2023 | +0.23% | +0.23% | View data |
| 8 | 8 East Timor | 53.21 | 2023 | +0.37% | +0.36% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lebanon | 52.92 | 2023 | -0.053% | -0.059% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Nepal | 52.81 | 2023 | +0.57% | +0.52% | View data |
