Cambodia Secondary Enrollment
School enrollment, secondary (% gross) SE.SEC.ENRR
Cambodia's secondary enrollment was 60.30% in 2025, ranked 143rd globally. This represents a 2.6% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1971–2025.
Overview
Cambodia's secondary enrollment stood at 60.30% in 2025, a rise of +1.51pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 60.30% by 2025. Cambodia ranked 143rd globally.
Cambodia's secondary enrollment rate has experienced significant growth over the past two decades, rising from a low of 9.24% in 1971 to 60.30% in 2025, its highest level to date. This upward trend is consistent with global education patterns, as evidenced by the recent increase in Congo's secondary enrollment rate, which now stands at 60.63%. The improvement in Cambodia's education indicators is a notable achievement, especially considering the country's tumultuous past. The fact that Cambodia's secondary enrollment rate has surpassed its 1971 trough and is now approaching the levels of its peer countries is a promising sign. However, sustaining this growth will require continued investment in education infrastructure and human resources. A decline in international aid or a lack of commitment to education reform could potentially disrupt this trajectory, underscoring the importance of a sustained policy focus on education development.
Data & projection
| Year | Secondary Enrollment | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 63.58% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 61.94% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 60.30% | - | - |
| 2025 | 60.30% | +1.51pp | #143 |
| 2024 | 58.79% | +2.00pp | #61 |
| 2023 | 56.79% | +1.65pp | #124 |
| 2022 | 55.13% | +0.85pp | #127 |
| 2021 | 54.28% | +2.46pp | #134 |
| 2020 | 51.82% | +2.09pp | #133 |
| 2019 | 49.73% | −0.46pp | #128 |
| 2018 | 50.20% | +1.26pp | #126 |
| 2017 | 48.94% | +4.69pp | #124 |
| 2008 | 44.25% | +2.51pp | #125 |
| 2007 | 41.74% | +2.59pp | #130 |
| 2006 | 39.14% | +8.17pp | #123 |
| 2004 | 30.98% | +3.14pp | #134 |
| 2003 | 27.84% | +3.94pp | #129 |
| 2002 | 23.90% | +3.72pp | #131 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Cambodia matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw secondary enrollment improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Cambodia's secondary enrollment was 60.30% in 2025. Ranked 143rd globally. This represents a 2.6% increase from the previous year.
Cambodia's secondary enrollment peaked at 60.30% in 2025.
The lowest secondary enrollment in Cambodia was 9.24% in 1971.
Cambodia ranks 143rd globally in secondary enrollment as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SE.SEC.ENRR. Data sourced from World Bank.
Cambodia's secondary enrollment is projected to reach 60.30% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The secondary enrollment of Cambodia in 2025 was 60.30%. This ranks 143rd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_cambodia_secondary-enrollment,
title = {Cambodia Secondary Enrollment},
url = {https://historysaid.com/cambodia/secondary-enrollment/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}