Poland Primary Completion Rate
Primary completion rate (% of relevant age group) SE.PRM.CMPT.ZS
Poland's primary completion rate was 101.01% in 2025, ranked 34th globally. This represents a 2.9% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2000–2025.
Overview
Poland's primary completion rate stood at 101.01% in 2025, a decline of +2.98pp from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 101.01% by 2025. Poland ranked 34th globally.
Poland's Primary Completion Rate has shown fluctuations over the past two decades, with a record high of 105.24% in 2017 and a record low of 94.18% in 2018. Since 2000, the indicator has exhibited an upward trend, with the rate increasing from 98.41%. Notably, Poland's rate declined significantly in 2018, but has since rebounded, reaching 101.01% in 2025, ranking 34th globally. In comparison to its peer countries, Poland's rate is closest to that of Spain, which maintained a higher rate of 101.31%. The rise in Poland's Primary Completion Rate can be attributed to improvements in education infrastructure and policies. However, the rate may continue to face challenges due to demographic changes and shifting educational priorities. A sustained investment in education and a focus on addressing regional disparities could potentially alter the trajectory of Poland's Primary Completion Rate, allowing it to catch up with its peer countries and continue its upward trend.
Data & projection
| Year | Primary Completion Rate | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 101.34% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 101.01% | - | - |
| 2025 | 101.01% | −2.98pp | #34 |
| 2023 | 103.98% | +5.73pp | #16 |
| 2022 | 98.25% | +3.57pp | #57 |
| 2019 | 94.68% | +0.50pp | #78 |
| 2018 | 94.18% | −11.06pp | #81 |
| 2017 | 105.24% | +4.80pp | #16 |
| 2016 | 100.44% | +0.97pp | #31 |
| 2015 | 99.46% | +3.26pp | #36 |
| 2014 | 96.20% | −0.13pp | #71 |
| 2013 | 96.33% | −0.50pp | #68 |
| 2012 | 96.82% | −0.17pp | #67 |
| 2011 | 96.99% | −0.26pp | #63 |
| 2010 | 97.26% | +0.51pp | #59 |
| 2009 | 96.74% | −1.94pp | #60 |
| 2007 | 98.68% | −0.50pp | #47 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Poland matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw primary completion rate improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Poland's primary completion rate was 101.01% in 2025. Ranked 34th globally. This represents a 2.9% decrease from the previous year.
Poland's primary completion rate peaked at 105.24% in 2017.
The lowest primary completion rate in Poland was 94.18% in 2018.
Poland ranks 34th globally in primary completion rate as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SE.PRM.CMPT.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Poland's primary completion rate is projected to reach 101.01% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The primary completion rate of Poland in 2025 was 101.01%. This ranks 34th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_poland_primary-completion-rate,
title = {Poland Primary Completion Rate},
url = {https://historysaid.com/poland/primary-completion-rate/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}