The global analysis of adolescents out of school in 2023 showcases significant disparities across countries, with Niger and Senegal witnessing some of the highest out-of-school rates, exceeding 60%. Contrarily, many developed nations like France, Canada, and Singapore exhibited the lowest rates, signaling effective educational policies.
Year-on-year data reveals alarming increases in countries like Oman's rate surged by 36.36% and Azerbaijan's by 90.67%. Meanwhile, Indonesia and Morocco achieved notable declines, demonstrating progress in educational accessibility. Lastly, substantial negative variations were detected in Peru and Qatar, raising concerns about potential educational disruptions.
Looking forward, monitoring emerging economies striving for educational reform, and addressing barriers, like gender disparities in certain regions, will be crucial. Enhanced investment in infrastructure and educational technology could further reduce out-of-school rates globally.
Top countries in Share of Adolescents Out of School by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent of Children of Lower Secondary School Age | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Niger | 70.98 | 2023 | -0.62% | +1.28% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Senegal | 61.73 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 3 | 3 Chad | 61.25 | 2023 | -0.03% | +0.53% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Mali | 56.54 | 2023 | +0.52% | +0.46% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Burkina Faso | 52.89 | 2023 | -1.68% | +3.21% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Djibouti | 51.2 | 2022 | -2.81% | View data | |
| 7 | 7 Ethiopia | 49.58 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 8 | 8 Honduras | 49.47 | 2023 | +3.15% | +3.63% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Cameroon | 47.51 | 2023 | +0.47% | -0.56% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Ivory Coast | 43.41 | 2023 | -2.7% | -2.15% | View data |
