China Primary Enrollment
School enrollment, primary (% gross) SE.PRM.ENRR
China's primary enrollment was 99.88% in 2025, ranked 92nd globally. This represents a 0.2% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1970–2025.
Overview
China's primary enrollment stood at 99.88% in 2025, a rise of +0.24pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 99.88% by 2025. China ranked 92nd globally.
China's primary enrollment rate has demonstrated significant volatility over the past five decades, with the all-time peak occurring in 1987 at 133.97%. Conversely, the rate experienced a trough in 2015 at 96.34%. The enrollment rate has since recovered, with the latest figure standing at 99.88% in 2025, ranking 92nd globally. A comparison with peer countries reveals that China's rate is closely matched by Georgia's 100.03%, while Korea's 99.80% is marginally lower. The sustained recovery in primary enrollment highlights China's efforts to improve access to education, particularly in rural areas. However, the government's focus on vocational training and skills development may lead to a shift in emphasis away from traditional primary education, potentially impacting the enrollment rate in the future.
Data & projection
| Year | Primary Enrollment | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 100.22% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 100.05% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 99.88% | - | - |
| 2025 | 99.88% | +0.24pp | #92 |
| 2024 | 99.64% | +0.47pp | #44 |
| 2023 | 99.17% | −0.93pp | #85 |
| 2022 | 100.10% | +0.87pp | #85 |
| 2021 | 99.23% | +0.44pp | #92 |
| 2020 | 98.79% | +0.97pp | #102 |
| 2019 | 97.82% | +0.01pp | #110 |
| 2018 | 97.81% | +0.27pp | #110 |
| 2017 | 97.54% | +0.66pp | #122 |
| 2016 | 96.88% | +0.54pp | #131 |
| 2015 | 96.34% | −0.56pp | #137 |
| 2014 | 96.90% | −4.34pp | #136 |
| 2013 | 101.23% | −1.95pp | #83 |
| 2012 | 103.18% | −0.15pp | #74 |
| 2011 | 103.33% | −0.85pp | #76 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
China matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2013. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw primary enrollment improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
China's primary enrollment was 99.88% in 2025. Ranked 92nd globally. This represents a 0.2% increase from the previous year.
China's primary enrollment peaked at 133.97% in 1987.
The lowest primary enrollment in China was 96.34% in 2015.
China ranks 92nd globally in primary enrollment as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SE.PRM.ENRR. Data sourced from World Bank.
China's primary enrollment is projected to reach 99.88% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The primary enrollment of China in 2025 was 99.88%. This ranks 92nd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_china_primary-enrollment,
title = {China Primary Enrollment},
url = {https://historysaid.com/china/primary-enrollment/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}