São Tomé and Principe Primary Enrollment
School enrollment, primary (% gross) SE.PRM.ENRR
São Tomé and Principe's primary enrollment was 110.38% in 2017, ranked 22nd globally. This represents a 1.6% increase from 2016. Data from World Bank, covering 1971–2017.
Overview
São Tomé and Principe's primary enrollment stood at 110.38% in 2017, a rise of +1.70pp from 2016. São Tomé and Principe ranked 22nd globally.
São Tomé and Principe's primary enrollment rate has experienced significant fluctuations over the past 37 years, with the country's performance varying compared to its peers. The nation achieved its highest enrollment rate of 155.70% in 1981, a period marked by economic stability and development efforts. Conversely, the all-time low of 100.16% in 1999 coincided with a period of economic downturn. Despite a resurgence in the 2000s, the country's primary enrollment rate remains below its peak, at 110.38% in 2017, ranking it 22nd globally. This ranking is comparable to that of Cameroon, which had a rate of 111.22% in 2017. The disparity in enrollment rates between São Tomé and Principe and its peers, such as Mozambique, which had a rate of 111.57% in 2017, suggests that there may be underlying structural issues affecting the country's education system. To reverse this trend, São Tomé and Principe would need to address its educational infrastructure and resource allocation to prioritize primary education.
Data & projection
| Year | Primary Enrollment | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 110.38% | +1.70pp | #22 |
| 2016 | 108.68% | +0.87pp | #33 |
| 2015 | 107.80% | +0.90pp | #36 |
| 2014 | 106.90% | −3.69pp | #50 |
| 2013 | 110.59% | −0.72pp | #35 |
| 2012 | 111.31% | −7.98pp | #37 |
| 2011 | 119.30% | +0.04pp | #14 |
| 2010 | 119.25% | −3.06pp | #19 |
| 2009 | 122.31% | −0.11pp | #12 |
| 2008 | 122.42% | −0.19pp | #14 |
| 2007 | 122.61% | −2.91pp | #8 |
| 2005 | 125.52% | +1.96pp | #6 |
| 2004 | 123.56% | +1.26pp | #8 |
| 2003 | 122.30% | +2.09pp | #8 |
| 2002 | 120.21% | +20.05pp | #11 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
São Tomé and Principe matched the Stagflation Risk pattern in 2024. Historically, 38% of countries showing this pattern (117 out of 307) saw primary enrollment improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
São Tomé and Principe's primary enrollment was 110.38% in 2017. Ranked 22nd globally. This represents a 1.6% increase from the previous year.
São Tomé and Principe's primary enrollment peaked at 155.70% in 1981.
The lowest primary enrollment in São Tomé and Principe was 100.16% in 1999.
São Tomé and Principe ranks 22nd globally in primary enrollment as of 2017.
The World Bank indicator code is SE.PRM.ENRR. Data sourced from World Bank.
The primary enrollment of São Tomé and Principe in 2017 was 110.38%. This ranks 22nd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_s-o-tom-and-principe_primary-enrollment,
title = {São Tomé and Principe Primary Enrollment},
url = {https://historysaid.com/s-o-tom-and-principe/primary-enrollment/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}