OECD report shows majority of students who do not finish secondary school in five years drop out
An OECD report indicates that most Portuguese students who exceed the standard five-year timeframe to complete secondary school end up dropping out entirely. While the country shows significant progress in academic attainment—with secondary school non-completion dropping from 33% in 2015 to 15% in 2025—data shows that only 2% of those who fall behind remain enrolled, while 14% abandon their studies.
