Average Years of Schooling in Luwu Timur Reached 8.93 Years in 2023

The average years of schooling (AYS) for residents aged 25 and over in Luwu Timur, South Sulawesi, reached 8.93 years in 2023.

According to data from the Central Statistics Agency (BPS), the AYS in this region is above the average for South Sulawesi Province, which reached 8.76 years in 2023.

The AYS for Luwu Timur residents increased by 0.01 years (0.11%) compared to the previous year, which was 8.92 years. Meanwhile, over the past five years, the AYS has increased by 0.48 years (5.68%).

This AYS indicates that the average resident of Luwu Timur only attends school up to the eighth grade. This AYS is better than the national average AYS of 8.77 years in 2023.

Compared to 23 other districts/cities in South Sulawesi Province, Luwu Timur's AYS is ranked 5th. Other areas in the province with the highest AYS are Makassar City (11.56 years), while the lowest AYS is Jeneponto Regency (7.0 years).

The following is a list of the highest AYS in the top 5 districts/cities of South Sulawesi Province in 2023.

1. Makassar City: 11.56 years
2. Palopo City: 11.13 years
3. Parepare City: 10.7 years
4. Enrekang Regency: 8.94 years
5. Luwu Timur Regency: 8.93 years