Costa Rica Secondary Enrollment
School enrollment, secondary (% gross) SE.SEC.ENRR
Costa Rica's secondary enrollment was 126.19% in 2025, ranked 11th globally. This represents a 0.5% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2000–2025.
Overview
Costa Rica's secondary enrollment stood at 126.19% in 2025, a rise of +0.68pp from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 126.19% by 2025. Costa Rica ranked 11th globally.
Costa Rica's secondary enrollment rate has shown a significant increase over the past two decades, with a notable peak of 138.90% in 2021, surpassing even that of peer country Denmark, which reached 127.95% in the same year. However, the rate declined to 126.19% in 2025, indicating a slight reversal of the upward trend. When compared to its all-time trough of 59.65% in 2000, the country has made considerable progress in expanding access to secondary education. This achievement is also reflected in its current ranking of #11 globally, a testament to Costa Rica's efforts in promoting education. Australia, a peer country, boasts a slightly higher rate of 127.24%. The slight decline in 2025 suggests that Costa Rica may be entering a phase of stabilization, and future investments in education infrastructure and policies will be crucial in maintaining this momentum. A potential shift in government priorities or economic downturn could alter the trajectory of this trend.
Data & projection
| Year | Secondary Enrollment | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 124.65% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 126.19% | - | - |
| 2025 | 126.19% | +0.68pp | #11 |
| 2023 | 125.51% | −6.40pp | #9 |
| 2022 | 131.91% | −7.00pp | #7 |
| 2021 | 138.90% | +6.22pp | #3 |
| 2020 | 132.68% | −0.17pp | #9 |
| 2019 | 132.85% | +6.88pp | #7 |
| 2018 | 125.96% | +4.45pp | #8 |
| 2017 | 121.51% | +3.31pp | #9 |
| 2016 | 118.20% | +2.48pp | #10 |
| 2015 | 115.72% | +1.43pp | #14 |
| 2014 | 114.29% | +5.76pp | #14 |
| 2013 | 108.53% | +5.27pp | #21 |
| 2012 | 103.27% | +3.56pp | #28 |
| 2011 | 99.71% | +2.20pp | #41 |
| 2010 | 97.51% | +3.20pp | #53 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Costa Rica matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 1995. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw secondary enrollment improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Costa Rica's secondary enrollment was 126.19% in 2025. Ranked 11th globally. This represents a 0.5% increase from the previous year.
Costa Rica's secondary enrollment peaked at 138.90% in 2021.
The lowest secondary enrollment in Costa Rica was 59.65% in 2000.
Costa Rica ranks 11th globally in secondary enrollment as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SE.SEC.ENRR. Data sourced from World Bank.
Costa Rica's secondary enrollment is projected to reach 126.19% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The secondary enrollment of Costa Rica in 2025 was 126.19%. This ranks 11th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_costa-rica_secondary-enrollment,
title = {Costa Rica Secondary Enrollment},
url = {https://historysaid.com/costa-rica/secondary-enrollment/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}