Germany
Last updated February 1, 2026
Composite GEFRI Score
Advanced readiness
Germany reaches an advanced readiness tier (94th percentile worldwide). Most dimensions perform above global norms, and the system has clear capacity to scale future-oriented initiatives. Higher scores indicate a system that is better prepared to anticipate and shape the future of learning.
- Global percentile
- 94th
- Global rank
- #12
- Regional rank
- #8
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Country profile
Germany ranks among the world’s most future-ready systems. Every GEFRI dimension performs well above global norms, with notable strengths in Governance (83, 93rd percentile), Innovation (77, 97th percentile), and Infrastructure (75, 93rd percentile). This profile reflects sustained investment in innovation, equitable access, and system-wide capability.
Uneven scores across dimensions highlight areas that need targeted coordination. High internet adoption enables broad participation in digital learning and innovation. Strong tertiary enrollment expands future talent pipelines and strengthens national innovation potential.
Strong R&D funding and a sizable research workforce keep the innovation pipeline active, moving new solutions into education. Policy and regulatory teams coordinate effectively, keeping reforms aligned and providing the stability needed for long-term educational planning. Gender parity leans toward boys in secondary pathways, signalling persistent barriers for girls.
Regionally, Germany leads most clearly in Innovation, sitting well above the peer average.
Note: Most indicators rely on observed data, offering a dependable evidence base for decisions.
Key insights
- Ranks in the 94th percentile worldwide, placing the system among high performers.
- Places 12th worldwide.
- Holds a regional position of 8th within Europe & Central Asia.
- Scores range from Access & Parity (86.6) to Human Capital (60.2), reflecting variation across dimensions.
- Leads regional peers most clearly in Innovation.
Regional peers: Europe & Central Asia
Composite GEFRI score
| Global rank | Regional rank | Country | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Denmark | 82.00 |
| 4 | 2 | Switzerland | 78.09 |
| 6 | 3 | Netherlands | 77.83 |
| 7 | 4 | Sweden | 77.29 |
| 8 | 5 | United Kingdom | 77.03 |
| 9 | 6 | Austria | 76.84 |
| 10 | 7 | Finland | 76.84 |
| 12 | 8 | Germany | 76.42 |
| 13 | 9 | Norway | 76.31 |
| 15 | 10 | France | 75.63 |
| 18 | 11 | Portugal | 73.38 |
| 19 | 12 | Estonia | 73.29 |
| 22 | 13 | Czechia | 72.28 |
| 23 | 14 | Iceland | 72.00 |
| 24 | 15 | Slovenia | 71.90 |
| 25 | 16 | Lithuania | 71.83 |
| 26 | 17 | Belgium | 71.76 |
| 27 | 18 | Ireland | 71.34 |
| 28 | 19 | Poland | 71.15 |
| 29 | 20 | Spain | 70.41 |
| 30 | 21 | Luxembourg | 70.23 |
| 31 | 22 | Italy | 70.15 |
| 33 | 23 | Greece | 69.96 |
| 35 | 24 | Cyprus | 69.32 |
| 36 | 25 | Latvia | 68.81 |
| — | — | LiechtensteinMicrostate | 68.27 |
| 37 | 26 | Hungary | 66.71 |
| 38 | 27 | Croatia | 66.50 |
| — | — | San MarinoMicrostate | 64.62 |
| — | — | GibraltarMicrostate | 64.49 |
| — | — | AndorraMicrostate | 64.13 |
| 40 | 28 | Bulgaria | 63.95 |
| 43 | 29 | Moldova | 63.48 |
| 44 | 30 | Serbia | 63.27 |
| 46 | 31 | Turkiye | 62.68 |
| — | — | MonacoMicrostate | 62.44 |
| 48 | 32 | Slovak Republic | 61.61 |
| 51 | 33 | Montenegro | 60.77 |
| 52 | 34 | Armenia | 60.50 |
| — | — | Channel IslandsMicrostate | 60.45 |
| 54 | 35 | Albania | 60.15 |
| — | — | Isle of ManMicrostate | 60.00 |
| 55 | 36 | Russian Federation | 59.93 |
| — | — | Faroe IslandsMicrostate | 59.77 |
| 57 | 37 | Kazakhstan | 59.29 |
| 58 | 38 | Georgia | 58.71 |
| 60 | 39 | North Macedonia | 58.45 |
| 61 | 40 | Belarus | 57.83 |
| 69 | 41 | Uzbekistan | 56.65 |
| 70 | 42 | Bosnia and Herzegovina | 56.62 |
| — | — | GreenlandMicrostate | 56.39 |
| 78 | 43 | Romania | 54.34 |
| 80 | 44 | Kyrgyz Republic | 54.07 |
| 88 | 45 | Kosovo | 51.19 |
| 92 | 46 | UkraineFCS | 50.59 |
| 100 | 47 | Azerbaijan | 48.44 |
| 104 | 48 | Turkmenistan | 46.09 |
| 107 | 49 | Tajikistan | 43.87 |