Bosnia and Herzegovina Primary Completion Rate
Primary completion rate (% of relevant age group) SE.PRM.CMPT.ZS
Bosnia and Herzegovina's primary completion rate was 101.73% in 2025, ranked 28th globally. This represents a 1.2% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2010–2025.
Overview
Bosnia and Herzegovina's primary completion rate stood at 101.73% in 2025, a rise of +1.21pp from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 101.73% by 2025. Bosnia and Herzegovina ranked 28th globally.
Bosnia and Herzegovina’s primary completion rate has risen dramatically over the 15‑year span from 72.40 % in 2010 to an all‑time peak of 101.73 % in 2025, placing the country 28th globally. This increase reflects sustained investments in universal primary education and reforms that have reduced dropout rates, especially in rural areas where access was previously limited. The 2025 figure surpasses the rates of several peers, such as the Slovak Republic (101.99 %) and Cabo Verde (101.70 %), indicating that Bosnia and Herzegovina now performs at a level comparable to more advanced education systems. The upward trajectory coincides with the nation’s alignment to European Union accession benchmarks, which have incentivized higher enrollment and completion targets. Continued progress will depend on maintaining funding levels, improving teacher quality, and addressing socioeconomic disparities that could otherwise slow the momentum, suggesting that the rate is likely to remain high or even edge upward in the coming years.
Data & projection
| Year | Primary Completion Rate | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 102.49% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 101.73% | - | - |
| 2025 | 101.73% | +1.21pp | #28 |
| 2023 | 100.52% | −0.36pp | #30 |
| 2022 | 100.88% | +4.01pp | #30 |
| 2021 | 96.87% | +0.83pp | #67 |
| 2020 | 96.04% | −3.10pp | #72 |
| 2019 | 99.14% | +5.28pp | #43 |
| 2018 | 93.87% | +0.77pp | #84 |
| 2017 | 93.09% | +2.12pp | #82 |
| 2016 | 90.97% | +0.96pp | #99 |
| 2015 | 90.01% | +6.35pp | #99 |
| 2014 | 83.66% | +7.74pp | #109 |
| 2013 | 75.91% | −2.63pp | #116 |
| 2012 | 78.55% | −0.13pp | #109 |
| 2011 | 78.67% | +6.28pp | #109 |
| 2010 | 72.40% | – | #109 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Bosnia and Herzegovina matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2022. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw primary completion rate improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Bosnia and Herzegovina's primary completion rate was 101.73% in 2025. Ranked 28th globally. This represents a 1.2% increase from the previous year.
Bosnia and Herzegovina's primary completion rate peaked at 101.73% in 2025.
The lowest primary completion rate in Bosnia and Herzegovina was 72.40% in 2010.
Bosnia and Herzegovina ranks 28th globally in primary completion rate as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SE.PRM.CMPT.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Bosnia and Herzegovina's primary completion rate is projected to reach 101.73% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The primary completion rate of Bosnia and Herzegovina in 2025 was 101.73%. This ranks 28th in the world.
Cite this page
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title = {Bosnia and Herzegovina Primary Completion Rate},
url = {https://historysaid.com/bosnia-and-herzegovina/primary-completion-rate/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}