Sierra Leone Secondary Enrollment
School enrollment, secondary (% gross) SE.SEC.ENRR
Sierra Leone's secondary enrollment was 104.77% in 2025, ranked 43rd globally. This represents a 20.6% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1971–2025.
Overview
Sierra Leone's secondary enrollment stood at 104.77% in 2025, a rise of +17.87pp from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 104.77% by 2025. Sierra Leone ranked 43rd globally.
Sierra Leone's secondary enrollment rate has demonstrated significant progress over the past three decades, with a notable increase from 9.29% in 1971 to 104.77% in 2025, ranking 43rd globally. This substantial improvement indicates a substantial expansion in access to secondary education, mirroring the global trend. Slovenia, a peer country, has achieved an even higher rate of 105.09%, highlighting Sierra Leone's efforts in improving education accessibility. The country's progress is particularly notable given its historical context, as it has managed to reverse the low base of 1971 to achieve an all-time high. However, despite this progress, there is still room for improvement, particularly in ensuring consistency and quality of education. To further enhance its ranking, Sierra Leone would need to address the challenges of maintaining momentum and ensuring that the quality of education keeps pace with the increasing enrollment rates.
Data & projection
| Year | Secondary Enrollment | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 112.97% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 104.77% | - | - |
| 2025 | 104.77% | +17.87pp | #43 |
| 2023 | 86.91% | +13.48pp | #97 |
| 2021 | 73.43% | +10.86pp | #120 |
| 2020 | 62.56% | +1.36pp | #127 |
| 2019 | 61.20% | +18.08pp | #124 |
| 2018 | 43.12% | +1.59pp | #130 |
| 2017 | 41.53% | −0.61pp | #128 |
| 2016 | 42.14% | +2.29pp | #133 |
| 2015 | 39.85% | +0.62pp | #141 |
| 2013 | 39.22% | −5.33pp | #130 |
| 2012 | 44.55% | +4.13pp | #132 |
| 2011 | 40.42% | +14.88pp | #138 |
| 2001 | 25.54% | +9.76pp | #126 |
| 1991 | 15.78% | −0.84pp | #62 |
| 1990 | 16.62% | −0.16pp | #58 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Sierra Leone matched the Currency Crisis Pattern pattern in 2023. Historically, 27% of countries showing this pattern (35 out of 128) saw secondary enrollment improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Sierra Leone's secondary enrollment was 104.77% in 2025. Ranked 43rd globally. This represents a 20.6% increase from the previous year.
Sierra Leone's secondary enrollment peaked at 104.77% in 2025.
The lowest secondary enrollment in Sierra Leone was 9.29% in 1971.
Sierra Leone ranks 43rd globally in secondary enrollment as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SE.SEC.ENRR. Data sourced from World Bank.
Sierra Leone's secondary enrollment is projected to reach 104.77% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The secondary enrollment of Sierra Leone in 2025 was 104.77%. This ranks 43rd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_sierra-leone_secondary-enrollment,
title = {Sierra Leone Secondary Enrollment},
url = {https://historysaid.com/sierra-leone/secondary-enrollment/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}