The actual pupil-teacher ratio in primary education in Malaysia for 2023 stood at 9.94. Forecasted data indicates a consistent year-on-year decrease in the ratio from 2024 (9.69) through 2028 (8.68). Specifically, by 2025, the ratio is expected to decrease by approximately 2.69% from 2024, followed by a further decline of about 2.65% in 2026, 2.72% in 2027, and 2.80% by 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this five-year period is estimated to be -2.67%.
Future trends to watch for:
Increasing investments in education, potential curriculum reforms, and technology integration are likely to further influence the pupil-teacher ratio. Monitoring demographic changes and government policy shifts will also be crucial for predicting long-term trends.
