Syrian Arab Republic Primary Enrollment
School enrollment, primary (% gross) SE.PRM.ENRR
Syrian Arab Republic's primary enrollment was 82.93% in 2025, ranked 166th globally. This represents a 1.9% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1971–2025.
Overview
Syrian Arab Republic's primary enrollment stood at 82.93% in 2025, a rise of +1.52pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 82.93% by 2025. Syrian Arab Republic ranked 166th globally.
Primary school enrollment in the Syrian Arab Republic has fluctuated markedly over the 49‑year series, rising from an early‑record 79.71 % in 1971 to a dramatic all‑time peak of 120.19 % in 2012, a figure that reflects over‑age or repeat attendance during a period of intense conflict and displacement. The subsequent decline to a trough of 68.56 % in 2021 underscores the disruptive impact of prolonged war on schooling infrastructure and household stability. By 2025 enrollment had recovered to 82.93 %, placing Syria 166th globally and just below peers such as Pakistan (83.43 %) and Barbados (82.11 %). The rebound suggests that reconstruction of schools and renewed government commitments are beginning to restore access, yet the level remains well short of the pre‑conflict peak. Continued peace, sustained investment in education and the return of displaced families will be crucial to sustain the upward trajectory and move enrollment closer to pre‑war levels.
Data & projection
| Year | Primary Enrollment | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 88.99% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 85.96% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 82.93% | - | - |
| 2025 | 82.93% | +1.52pp | #166 |
| 2024 | 81.41% | +4.64pp | #88 |
| 2023 | 76.77% | +4.64pp | #155 |
| 2022 | 72.13% | +3.57pp | #159 |
| 2021 | 68.56% | −1.82pp | #161 |
| 2020 | 70.38% | −1.97pp | #163 |
| 2013 | 72.35% | −47.84pp | #158 |
| 2012 | 120.19% | +0.96pp | #11 |
| 2011 | 119.23% | +2.50pp | #15 |
| 2010 | 116.73% | +0.91pp | #26 |
| 2009 | 115.83% | +0.13pp | #23 |
| 2008 | 115.69% | −0.26pp | #26 |
| 2007 | 115.95% | −0.57pp | #22 |
| 2006 | 116.52% | +0.30pp | #15 |
| 2005 | 116.22% | +2.04pp | #18 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Syrian Arab Republic matched the Stagflation Risk pattern in 2019. Historically, 38% of countries showing this pattern (117 out of 307) saw primary enrollment improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Syrian Arab Republic's primary enrollment was 82.93% in 2025. Ranked 166th globally. This represents a 1.9% increase from the previous year.
Syrian Arab Republic's primary enrollment peaked at 120.19% in 2012.
The lowest primary enrollment in Syrian Arab Republic was 68.56% in 2021.
Syrian Arab Republic ranks 166th globally in primary enrollment as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SE.PRM.ENRR. Data sourced from World Bank.
Syrian Arab Republic's primary enrollment is projected to reach 82.93% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The primary enrollment of Syrian Arab Republic in 2025 was 82.93%. This ranks 166th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_syrian-arab-republic_primary-enrollment,
title = {Syrian Arab Republic Primary Enrollment},
url = {https://historysaid.com/syrian-arab-republic/primary-enrollment/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}