Hungary Primary Enrollment
School enrollment, primary (% gross) SE.PRM.ENRR
Hungary's primary enrollment was 108.54% in 2025, ranked 35th globally. This represents a 4.8% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2000–2025.
Overview
Hungary's primary enrollment stood at 108.54% in 2025, a rise of +4.97pp from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 108.54% by 2025. Hungary ranked 35th globally.
Hungary has exhibited a steady increase in primary enrollment rates since 2000, with the percentage of children in primary education reaching its all-time peak of 108.54% in 2025. This trend is comparable to that of Botswana, which also achieved a primary enrollment rate of 108.55% in the same year. Notably, Hungary's primary enrollment rate had a trough of 96.62% in 2019, indicating a significant improvement in the education sector over the past six years. Despite ranking 35th globally, Hungary's primary enrollment rate has demonstrated resilience in the face of global economic fluctuations. The continuous rise in primary enrollment rates suggests that Hungary is investing in its human capital, potentially leading to long-term economic growth and development. However, a decline in government spending on education could alter this trajectory and hinder future progress in primary enrollment rates.
Data & projection
| Year | Primary Enrollment | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 110.56% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 108.54% | - | - |
| 2025 | 108.54% | +4.97pp | #35 |
| 2023 | 103.57% | +0.09pp | #45 |
| 2022 | 103.48% | +2.02pp | #45 |
| 2021 | 101.46% | +4.28pp | #64 |
| 2020 | 97.17% | +0.55pp | #118 |
| 2019 | 96.62% | −0.13pp | #121 |
| 2018 | 96.75% | −1.68pp | #122 |
| 2017 | 98.43% | −0.60pp | #112 |
| 2016 | 99.03% | −1.80pp | #111 |
| 2015 | 100.83% | −0.49pp | #97 |
| 2014 | 101.31% | +0.61pp | #87 |
| 2013 | 100.71% | −0.36pp | #90 |
| 2012 | 101.07% | +0.97pp | #92 |
| 2011 | 100.10% | −0.37pp | #106 |
| 2010 | 100.47% | −0.45pp | #104 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Hungary matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2023. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw primary enrollment improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Hungary's primary enrollment was 108.54% in 2025. Ranked 35th globally. This represents a 4.8% increase from the previous year.
Hungary's primary enrollment peaked at 108.54% in 2025.
The lowest primary enrollment in Hungary was 96.62% in 2019.
Hungary ranks 35th globally in primary enrollment as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SE.PRM.ENRR. Data sourced from World Bank.
Hungary's primary enrollment is projected to reach 108.54% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The primary enrollment of Hungary in 2025 was 108.54%. This ranks 35th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_hungary_primary-enrollment,
title = {Hungary Primary Enrollment},
url = {https://historysaid.com/hungary/primary-enrollment/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}