School After the Pandemic: Results and Gaps
In 2024, around 84% of Grade 9 students were eligible for vocational programs.
Last updated: 2026-03-19
Key insights
- In 2024, around 84% of Grade 9 students were eligible for vocational programs.
- The percentage of Grade 3 students passing national tests in Swedish saw a slight increase to 67% in 2024.
- There has been a notable decline in Grade 3 passing rates since 2019.
Analysis
The data reveals a decline in the eligibility of Grade 9 students for vocational programs, which dropped to around 84% in 2024, down from around 86% in 2020 and 2021. This trend indicates a fluctuation in the preparedness of students for vocational pathways, with a peak in eligibility at 86% before a gradual decrease in the subsequent years.
In contrast, the performance of Grade 3 students in national tests for Swedish showed a slight improvement in 2024, increasing to 67% from about 67% in 2023. However, this is still significantly lower than the 76% passing rate observed in 2019, highlighting a worrying trend in early educational performance that educators and policymakers may need to address.