European Union Secondary Enrollment
School enrollment, secondary (% gross) SE.SEC.ENRR
European Union's secondary enrollment was 106.52% in 2025, ranked 35th globally. This represents a 0.4% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1999–2025.
Overview
European Union's secondary enrollment stood at 106.52% in 2025, a decline of +0.43pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 106.52% by 2025. European Union ranked 35th globally.
The European Union’s secondary‑school enrollment rate reached 106.52 % in 2025, placing it 35th worldwide and reflecting a modest decline from the all‑time peak of 108.92 % recorded in 2013. After falling to a trough of 101.40 % in 2004, the EU embarked on a gradual upward trajectory, with the rate climbing steadily over the subsequent two decades to surpass the 100 % threshold that indicates more than one secondary‑level seat per eligible child. This long‑run improvement mirrors the performance of peer economies such as Poland, which posted a comparable enrollment level of 107.21 % in the most recent year, underscoring the role of coordinated education policies across the bloc. The persistence of a rate above 106 % suggests that the EU will likely maintain its high enrollment position, although demographic ageing and fiscal pressures could temper future gains unless targeted investments in school capacity and inclusive curricula are pursued.
Data & projection
| Year | Secondary Enrollment | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 105.85% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 106.19% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 106.52% | - | - |
| 2025 | 106.52% | −0.43pp | #35 |
| 2024 | 106.95% | +0.00pp | #8 |
| 2023 | 106.95% | −0.68pp | #27 |
| 2022 | 107.64% | −0.34pp | #26 |
| 2021 | 107.98% | −0.14pp | #26 |
| 2020 | 108.12% | +0.82pp | #27 |
| 2019 | 107.30% | −0.26pp | #28 |
| 2018 | 107.55% | +0.14pp | #33 |
| 2017 | 107.42% | +0.29pp | #31 |
| 2016 | 107.13% | −0.83pp | #31 |
| 2015 | 107.96% | −0.26pp | #27 |
| 2014 | 108.22% | −0.70pp | #24 |
| 2013 | 108.92% | +2.25pp | #19 |
| 2012 | 106.67% | −0.99pp | #20 |
| 2011 | 107.66% | +0.69pp | #20 |
Analysis
European Union's secondary enrollment was 106.52% in 2025, a decline of −0.43pp from 2024. Based on trends, estimated 106.52% by 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
European Union's secondary enrollment was 106.52% in 2025. Ranked 35th globally. This represents a 0.4% decrease from the previous year.
European Union's secondary enrollment peaked at 108.92% in 2013.
The lowest secondary enrollment in European Union was 101.40% in 2004.
European Union ranks 35th globally in secondary enrollment as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SE.SEC.ENRR. Data sourced from World Bank.
European Union's secondary enrollment is projected to reach 106.52% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The secondary enrollment of European Union in 2025 was 106.52%. This ranks 35th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_european-union_secondary-enrollment,
title = {European Union Secondary Enrollment},
url = {https://historysaid.com/european-union/secondary-enrollment/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}