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United Arab Emirates: Primary education, duration (years)

In , United Arab Emirates's Primary education, duration (years) was 4.00.

That's up 0.0% from 2024, the highest value since .

The global average for this indicator in 2025 was 5.73 . United Arab Emirates ranks #205 globally out of 210 reporting countries. Within Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan & Pakistan, it ranks #22 of 23.

Source: World Bank Open Data (SE.PRM.DURS) • Data as of 2025

Trend (2006–2025)

United Arab Emirates Primary education, duration (years) trend

Highlights

Peak
5.00
Trough
4.00
1-year change
+0.0%
5-year change
+0.0%
+0.0% / yr
10-year change
-20.0%
-2.2% / yr

Historical Data — Last 10 Years

Year Primary education, duration (years)
4.0000
4.0000
4.0000
4.0000
4.0000
4.0000
5.0000
5.0000
5.0000
5.0000

About Primary education, duration (years)

Primary duration refers to the number of grades (years) in primary school.

Indicator code: SE.PRM.DURSCategory: Education

Frequently asked questions

What was United Arab Emirates's Primary education, duration (years) in 2025?
In 2025, United Arab Emirates's Primary education, duration (years) was 4.00, according to World Bank Open Data.
Is United Arab Emirates's Primary education, duration (years) rising or falling?
United Arab Emirates's Primary education, duration (years) rose 0.0% from 2024 to 2025.
How does United Arab Emirates rank globally on Primary education, duration (years)?
In 2025, United Arab Emirates ranked #205 out of 210 countries reporting Primary education, duration (years).
How does United Arab Emirates's Primary education, duration (years) compare to the world average?
The global average for Primary education, duration (years) in 2025 was 5.73, so United Arab Emirates is below the world average. Within Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan & Pakistan, it ranks #22 of 23.
What is Primary education, duration (years) and how is it measured?
Primary duration refers to the number of grades (years) in primary school.
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Source: World Bank Open Data (SE.PRM.DURS), CC BY 4.0.