Rwanda Secondary Enrollment
School enrollment, secondary (% gross) SE.SEC.ENRR
Rwanda's secondary enrollment was 47.76% in 2025, ranked 151st globally. This represents a 2.1% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2001–2025.
Overview
Rwanda's secondary enrollment stood at 47.76% in 2025, a decline of +1.03pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 47.76% by 2025. Rwanda ranked 151st globally.
Rwanda's secondary enrollment rate has shown significant improvement over the past 24 years, rising from a low of 11.15% in 2001 to 48.79% in 2024, its all-time peak. Despite a slight decline to 47.76% in 2025, the country remains committed to expanding access to secondary education. Rwanda's progress is comparable to that of peer countries, with Nigeria reporting a higher enrollment rate of 49.62% but Pakistan lagging behind at 47.26%. The steady increase in enrollment over the years indicates a positive trend in Rwanda's education sector. However, the slight decline in 2025 suggests that there may be challenges in maintaining this momentum, particularly if economic or demographic factors shift. Sustained investment in education infrastructure and policies aimed at reducing inequality could help Rwanda continue to improve its secondary enrollment rates and close the gap with its peer countries.
Data & projection
| Year | Secondary Enrollment | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 49.33% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 48.55% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 47.76% | - | - |
| 2025 | 47.76% | −1.03pp | #151 |
| 2024 | 48.79% | +3.67pp | #66 |
| 2023 | 45.13% | +0.97pp | #132 |
| 2022 | 44.15% | −0.03pp | #133 |
| 2021 | 44.18% | +0.10pp | #142 |
| 2019 | 44.08% | +2.90pp | #131 |
| 2018 | 41.18% | +1.49pp | #132 |
| 2017 | 39.69% | +1.18pp | #129 |
| 2016 | 38.51% | −0.90pp | #137 |
| 2015 | 39.41% | −2.41pp | #143 |
| 2014 | 41.82% | +11.61pp | #134 |
| 2013 | 30.21% | −9.45pp | #138 |
| 2012 | 39.66% | +3.04pp | #135 |
| 2011 | 36.62% | +4.22pp | #142 |
| 2010 | 32.40% | +5.85pp | #139 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Rwanda matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2023. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw secondary enrollment improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Rwanda's secondary enrollment was 47.76% in 2025. Ranked 151st globally. This represents a 2.1% decrease from the previous year.
Rwanda's secondary enrollment peaked at 48.79% in 2024.
The lowest secondary enrollment in Rwanda was 11.15% in 2001.
Rwanda ranks 151st globally in secondary enrollment as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SE.SEC.ENRR. Data sourced from World Bank.
Rwanda's secondary enrollment is projected to reach 47.76% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The secondary enrollment of Rwanda in 2025 was 47.76%. This ranks 151st in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_rwanda_secondary-enrollment,
title = {Rwanda Secondary Enrollment},
url = {https://historysaid.com/rwanda/secondary-enrollment/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}