Angola Primary Completion Rate
Primary completion rate (% of relevant age group) SE.PRM.CMPT.ZS
Angola's primary completion rate was 55.79% in 2025, ranked 153rd globally. This represents a 16.6% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1981–2025.
Overview
Angola's primary completion rate stood at 55.79% in 2025, a rise of +7.93pp from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 55.79% by 2025. Angola ranked 153rd globally.
Angola's Primary Completion Rate has demonstrated a steady yet uneven trajectory since 1981, the earliest available data. The rate began at 48.06% and peaked at 60.03% in 2021, surpassing several of its peer countries, including Madagascar. However, the rate dropped to 32.57% in 1991, marking the lowest point. The most recent data indicates a slight decline to 55.79%, positioning Angola at 153 globally. Liberia and Burkina Faso, two of Angola's closest ranked peers, have higher and lower completion rates, respectively. Despite the fluctuations, Angola's rate has generally trended upwards, reflecting improvements in education infrastructure and policies. A sustained investment in education and a reduction in inequality could potentially propel Angola's Primary Completion Rate to surpass its 2021 peak.
Data & projection
| Year | Primary Completion Rate | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 56.50% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 55.79% | - | - |
| 2025 | 55.79% | +7.93pp | #153 |
| 2023 | 47.86% | −12.17pp | #131 |
| 2021 | 60.03% | +10.08pp | #135 |
| 2011 | 49.95% | +6.89pp | #130 |
| 2010 | 43.06% | +1.28pp | #131 |
| 2009 | 41.77% | −0.27pp | #129 |
| 2008 | 42.05% | +9.48pp | #126 |
| 1991 | 32.57% | −10.59pp | #41 |
| 1982 | 43.16% | −4.90pp | #35 |
| 1981 | 48.06% | – | #37 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Angola matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw primary completion rate improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Angola's primary completion rate was 55.79% in 2025. Ranked 153rd globally. This represents a 16.6% increase from the previous year.
Angola's primary completion rate peaked at 60.03% in 2021.
The lowest primary completion rate in Angola was 32.57% in 1991.
Angola ranks 153rd globally in primary completion rate as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SE.PRM.CMPT.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Angola's primary completion rate is projected to reach 55.79% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The primary completion rate of Angola in 2025 was 55.79%. This ranks 153rd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_angola_primary-completion-rate,
title = {Angola Primary Completion Rate},
url = {https://historysaid.com/angola/primary-completion-rate/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}