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South Sudan Primary Enrollment Rate

South Sudan's primary enrollment rate rose to 81.86% in 2021, up from 71.7% in 2015, according to World Bank. This represents an increase of 10.16% from the previous year. South Sudan has the 13th lowest primary enrollment rate. Within Africa, it ranks 43rd out of 51 countries.

Yearly Historical Data (2011-2021)

(in %)
Year Primary Enrollment Rate (%)
2021 81.86%
2015 71.7%
2013 71.29%
2011 88.45%
South Sudan Primary Enrollment Rate : Definition
Primary Enrollment Rate measures the percentage of the eligible age group in South Sudan enrolled in primary school.
Indicator Last Value Prior Value Period
Adult Literacy Rate 34.5% 27% 2018
Happiness Index 2.82 points 2.85 points 2019
Population 11.94M 11.48M 2024