Average Length of Schooling in Muaro Jambi Regency Reaches 8.7 Years in 2024

The average length of schooling (RLS) for residents aged 25 years and above in Muaro Jambi, Jambi, reached 8.7 years in 2024.

According to data from the Central Statistics Agency (BPS), the RLS for residents in the region was below the Jambi Province average, which reached 8.9 years in 2024.

The RLS for Muaro Jambi residents increased by 0.01 years (0.12%) compared to the previous year, which was 8.69 years. Meanwhile, in the last five years, the RLS has risen by 0.37 years (4.44%).

This RLS indicates that the average Muaro Jambi resident only attended school up to the 8th grade. However, this RLS is still below the national average RLS of 8.85 years in 2024.

Compared to 10 other regencies/cities in Jambi Province, Muaro Jambi's RLS is in 3rd position. Other areas in the province with the highest RLS are Jambi City (11.51 years), while the lowest RLS is in Tanjung Jabung Timur Regency (7.7 years).

Below is a list of the highest RLS in 5 regencies/cities in Jambi Province in 2024.

1. Jambi City: 11.51 years
2. Sungai Penuh City: 10.48 years
3. Muaro Jambi Regency: 8.7 years
4. Kerinci Regency: 8.6 years
5. Kabupaten Bungo : 8.6 years

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