Puerto Rico (US) Primary Enrollment
School enrollment, primary (% gross) SE.PRM.ENRR
Puerto Rico (US)'s primary enrollment was 86.15% in 2025, ranked 161st globally. This represents a 2.0% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1971–2025.
Overview
Puerto Rico (US)'s primary enrollment stood at 86.15% in 2025, a decline of +1.78pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 86.15% by 2025. Puerto Rico (US) ranked 161st globally.
Puerto Rico's primary enrollment rate has exhibited a downward trend since its peak in 1972, when 114.50% of the population was enrolled in primary education. This rate subsequently declined to a trough of 86.15% in 2025, ranking the island 161st globally. Comparatively, Seychelles, a peer country, maintained a slightly higher enrollment rate of 86.20% in 2025. The decline in primary enrollment in Puerto Rico may be attributed to various factors, including demographic changes and potential shifts in government policies affecting education. The latest enrollment rate of 86.15% indicates a significant deviation from the island's historical peak, highlighting the need for policymakers to reassess their strategies to improve education outcomes. If Puerto Rico's economy experiences significant growth, leading to increased investment in education infrastructure and resources, it is possible that the primary enrollment rate may begin to recover.
Data & projection
| Year | Primary Enrollment | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 83.73% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 84.94% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 86.15% | - | - |
| 2025 | 86.15% | −1.78pp | #161 |
| 2024 | 87.93% | −0.16pp | #81 |
| 2023 | 88.08% | −7.00pp | #139 |
| 2018 | 95.09% | +0.67pp | #134 |
| 2016 | 94.42% | −5.92pp | #143 |
| 2015 | 100.34% | +0.51pp | #99 |
| 2014 | 99.83% | +1.95pp | #102 |
| 2013 | 97.88% | +1.98pp | #118 |
| 2012 | 95.89% | +3.10pp | #139 |
| 2011 | 92.79% | −6.38pp | #148 |
| 2010 | 99.17% | +2.05pp | #117 |
| 2009 | 97.12% | +4.21pp | #138 |
| 1982 | 92.90% | −16.61pp | #62 |
| 1977 | 109.51% | +3.09pp | #25 |
| 1976 | 106.42% | −1.54pp | #25 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Puerto Rico (US) matched the Stagflation Risk pattern in 1981. Historically, 38% of countries showing this pattern (117 out of 307) saw primary enrollment improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Puerto Rico (US)'s primary enrollment was 86.15% in 2025. Ranked 161st globally. This represents a 2.0% decrease from the previous year.
Puerto Rico (US)'s primary enrollment peaked at 114.50% in 1972.
The lowest primary enrollment in Puerto Rico (US) was 86.15% in 2025.
Puerto Rico (US) ranks 161st globally in primary enrollment as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SE.PRM.ENRR. Data sourced from World Bank.
Puerto Rico (US)'s primary enrollment is projected to reach 86.15% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The primary enrollment of Puerto Rico (US) in 2025 was 86.15%. This ranks 161st in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_puerto-rico-us_primary-enrollment,
title = {Puerto Rico (US) Primary Enrollment},
url = {https://historysaid.com/puerto-rico-us/primary-enrollment/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}