South Sudan Primary Enrollment
School enrollment, primary (% gross) SE.PRM.ENRR
South Sudan's primary enrollment was 95.07% in 2025, ranked 128th globally. This represents a 3.4% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2011–2025.
Overview
South Sudan's primary enrollment stood at 95.07% in 2025, a decline of +3.37pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 95.07% by 2025. South Sudan ranked 128th globally.
South Sudan has seen significant improvement in primary enrollment rates over the years, with the latest available figure standing at 95.07% in 2025. This represents a substantial increase from the all-time trough of 70.32% in 2015, when the country's education sector was severely impacted by conflict. In contrast, neighboring Egypt, the Arab Republic of, has maintained a relatively stable enrollment rate at 95.27%. The all-time peak of 98.44% in 2024 showcases South Sudan's capacity for growth, albeit briefly surpassed by Bahrain's 95.58%. Bulgaria's 94.91% enrollment rate serves as a benchmark for middle-income countries in the region. As the country continues to rebuild and stabilize, the trajectory of primary enrollment is likely to remain positive, driven by government efforts to expand access to education and address historical disparities. However, a decline in donor support or funding constraints could potentially alter this trend.
Data & projection
| Year | Primary Enrollment | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 97.16% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 96.11% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 95.07% | - | - |
| 2025 | 95.07% | −3.37pp | #128 |
| 2024 | 98.44% | +28.12pp | #50 |
| 2015 | 70.32% | −20.09pp | #167 |
| 2011 | 90.41% | – | #150 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
South Sudan matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2024. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw primary enrollment improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
South Sudan's primary enrollment was 95.07% in 2025. Ranked 128th globally. This represents a 3.4% decrease from the previous year.
South Sudan's primary enrollment peaked at 98.44% in 2024.
The lowest primary enrollment in South Sudan was 70.32% in 2015.
South Sudan ranks 128th globally in primary enrollment as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SE.PRM.ENRR. Data sourced from World Bank.
South Sudan's primary enrollment is projected to reach 95.07% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The primary enrollment of South Sudan in 2025 was 95.07%. This ranks 128th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_south-sudan_primary-enrollment,
title = {South Sudan Primary Enrollment},
url = {https://historysaid.com/south-sudan/primary-enrollment/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}