Pakistan’s education sector showed steady progress between 2022–23 and 2023–24, with enrolment rising by 4.8% to 47.87 million and nearly one million fewer out-of-school children. Most gains were driven by girls, narrowing the gender gap, while provincial performance varied across the country. The analysis highlights the need to improve retention and progression, especially for rural girls. For more insights, check out the full policy paper, Comparative Analysis: Pakistan Education Statistics 2022–23 & 2023–24.
Comparative Analysis: Pakistan Education Statistics 2022–23 & 2023–24
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