In 2023, Sierra Leone, Madagascar, and Rwanda lead in female gross enrollment ratios, with Sierra Leone notably having a significant growth of 7.26% from the previous year. Conversely, Nepal experienced the most considerable decline at 4.35%. The variation between countries indicates diverse educational trends and challenges, with countries like India and Peru showing positive annual growth of over 1%, while others such as Malawi and Colombia are facing setbacks. Over a five-year period, the average annual change varies significantly, highlighting differences in policy effectiveness and economic conditions.
Looking ahead, key trends to watch include:
- Impact of economic stability on sustaining high enrollment levels in African countries.
- Effects of educational policy changes in emerging economies like Bangladesh and India on enrollment figures.
- Potential declines in enrollment in countries with previously high ratios due to demographic shifts or policy adjustments.
- The role of digital and remote learning initiatives, particularly post-pandemic, in influencing enrollment rates globally.
Top countries in Female Gross Enrollment Ratio in Primary Education (Including Overage and Underage Enrollment) by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent of the Population of the Corresponding Official School Age | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Sierra Leone | 161.3 | 2023 | +2.4% | +7.26% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Madagascar | 140.47 | 2023 | +0.062% | +0.38% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Rwanda | 132.72 | 2023 | -1.67% | +0.56% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Malawi | 129.5 | 2023 | +0.66% | -0.97% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Viet Nam | 125.61 | 2023 | |||
| 6 | 6 Bangladesh | 123.94 | 2023 | +0.7% | +1.35% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 121.78 | 2023 | +0.32% | -0.52% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Togo | 121.31 | 2023 | +0.082% | +0.14% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Saint Kitts and Nevis | 121.09 | 2021 | +4.13% | +1.77% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Myanmar | 120.52 | 2023 | +0.29% | +0.34% | View data |
