Mali Primary Enrollment
School enrollment, primary (% gross) SE.PRM.ENRR
Mali's primary enrollment was 73.17% in 2025, ranked 178th globally. This represents a 0.5% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1971–2025.
Overview
Mali's primary enrollment stood at 73.17% in 2025, a rise of +0.37pp from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 73.17% by 2025. Mali ranked 178th globally.
Mali's primary enrollment rate has demonstrated a steady upward trajectory over the past five decades, with a notable peak of 78.67% in 2011 and a corresponding decline in the all-time trough of 21.36% in 1988. Following a brief dip, the rate has continued to improve, reaching 73.17% by 2025, ranking the country 178 globally. This progress is comparable to that of Solomon Islands, which has maintained a higher primary enrollment rate, while other peer countries such as Burkina Faso have shown a similar trajectory. The improvement in primary enrollment is a significant achievement, especially considering the country's challenging economic and social context. However, with a relatively stable rate over the past decade, the trend may be plateauing, and a sustained commitment to education infrastructure and policy reforms would be necessary to drive further progress and potentially surpass the 2011 peak.
Data & projection
| Year | Primary Enrollment | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 73.33% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 73.17% | - | - |
| 2025 | 73.17% | +0.37pp | #178 |
| 2023 | 72.80% | +2.43pp | #156 |
| 2018 | 70.37% | −4.30pp | #163 |
| 2017 | 74.67% | +2.80pp | #158 |
| 2016 | 71.87% | +1.35pp | #169 |
| 2015 | 70.52% | −1.30pp | #166 |
| 2014 | 71.82% | +0.95pp | #167 |
| 2013 | 70.87% | −4.52pp | #159 |
| 2012 | 75.39% | −3.28pp | #166 |
| 2011 | 78.67% | +0.38pp | #164 |
| 2010 | 78.28% | +0.46pp | #156 |
| 2009 | 77.82% | +1.25pp | #161 |
| 2008 | 76.57% | +1.85pp | #161 |
| 2007 | 74.73% | +2.26pp | #163 |
| 2006 | 72.47% | +2.67pp | #155 |
Analysis
Mali's primary enrollment was 73.17% in 2025, a rise of +0.37pp from 2024. Based on trends, estimated 73.17% by 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Mali's primary enrollment was 73.17% in 2025. Ranked 178th globally. This represents a 0.5% increase from the previous year.
Mali's primary enrollment peaked at 78.67% in 2011.
The lowest primary enrollment in Mali was 21.36% in 1988.
Mali ranks 178th globally in primary enrollment as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SE.PRM.ENRR. Data sourced from World Bank.
Mali's primary enrollment is projected to reach 73.17% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The primary enrollment of Mali in 2025 was 73.17%. This ranks 178th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_mali_primary-enrollment,
title = {Mali Primary Enrollment},
url = {https://historysaid.com/mali/primary-enrollment/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}