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Zimbabwe Primary Enrollment

School enrollment, primary (% gross)  SE.PRM.ENRR

92.99% −0.09pp (-0.1%)
Year 2025 Rank #143 Global Peak 129.19% (1985) Source World Bank

Zimbabwe Primary Enrollment (1970–2025)

Overview

Zimbabwe's primary enrollment stood at 92.99% in 2025, a decline of +0.09pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 92.99% by 2025. Zimbabwe ranked 143rd globally.

Data & projection

Year Primary Enrollment YoY change Rank
2027* trend 92.87% - -
2026* trend 92.93% - -
2025* trend 92.99% - -
2025 92.99% −0.09pp #143
2024 93.08% −0.16pp #72
2023 93.24% +0.07pp #127
2022 93.17% +0.38pp #132
2021 92.78% −0.83pp #131
2020 93.61% +0.19pp #135
2019 93.43% −0.33pp #139
2018 93.76% −0.58pp #141
2017 94.33% −1.40pp #140
2016 95.73% −1.49pp #137
2015 97.23% −1.02pp #128
2014 98.25% −0.92pp #121
2013 99.17% −0.93pp #106
2012 100.10% −9.71pp #104
2003 109.80% −1.80pp #41
Show all years (1970-2025)
* Linear trend extrapolation

Detected Pattern

Stagflation Risk
GDP growth below 2% combined with inflation above 8% and rising unemployment. The worst macro combination for policymakers.
Inflation 736.1% GDP growth 1.7% Unemployment 9.4%
Occurred 307 times, 117 successful
Inflation
26.9%
GDP growth
-4.2%
Unemployment
14.6%
Inflation
185.7%
GDP growth
-14.0%
Unemployment
60.8%
Inflation
14.4%
GDP growth
1.1%
Unemployment
9.1%
Inflation
33.9%
GDP growth
-1.5%
Unemployment
17.0%
Inflation
736.1%
GDP growth
1.7%
Unemployment
9.4%
Inflation
13.6%
GDP growth
1.3%
Unemployment
14.1%

Analysis

Zimbabwe 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

What is Zimbabwe's primary enrollment?

Zimbabwe's primary enrollment was 92.99% in 2025. Ranked 143rd globally. This represents a 0.1% decrease from the previous year.

What was the highest primary enrollment in Zimbabwe?

Zimbabwe's primary enrollment peaked at 129.19% in 1985.

What was the lowest primary enrollment in Zimbabwe?

The lowest primary enrollment in Zimbabwe was 64.67% in 1978.

How does Zimbabwe rank in primary enrollment?

Zimbabwe ranks 143rd globally in primary enrollment as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for primary enrollment?

The World Bank indicator code is SE.PRM.ENRR. Data sourced from World Bank.

What is the projected primary enrollment of Zimbabwe in 2025?

Zimbabwe's primary enrollment is projected to reach 92.99% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the primary enrollment of Zimbabwe in 2025?

The primary enrollment of Zimbabwe in 2025 was 92.99%. This ranks 143rd in the world.

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