United States
Last updated July 15, 2026
Composite GEFRI Score
Access & Parity is strongest, while Human Capital remains a constraint
United States shows advanced readiness to meet the challenges and opportunities of education in a rapidly changing world (92nd percentile worldwide). Most dimensions perform above global norms, and the system has clear capacity to scale future-oriented initiatives.
- Global percentile
- 92nd
- Global rank
- #16
- Regional rank
- #1
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Country profile
United States ranks among the stronger performers in GEFRI, but still falls short of the target-readiness threshold. Its strongest results are in Innovation (78, 98th percentile), GEFRI Composite (75, 92nd percentile) and Infrastructure (73, 94th percentile). All reported dimension scores sit above global norms.
Uneven scores across dimensions show where readiness conditions are less aligned. 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, supporting the system’s capacity to adapt. Policy and regulatory teams coordinate effectively, keeping reforms aligned and providing the stability needed for long-term educational planning. Gender parity across secondary pathways reflects sustained commitment to equitable participation.
Regionally, United States leads most clearly in Innovation, sitting well above the peer average.
Most indicators are observed rather than imputed, so estimation uncertainty is limited.
Key insights
Ranks in the 92nd percentile worldwide, placing the system among high performers.
Places 16th worldwide.
Holds a regional position of 1st within North America.
Scores range from Access & Parity (88.0) to Human Capital (60.1), reflecting variation across dimensions.
Leads regional peers most clearly in Innovation.
Regional peers: North America
Composite GEFRI Score
| Global rank | Regional rank | Country | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 1 | United States | 75.10 |
| 21 | 2 | Canada | 72.40 |
| — | — | BermudaMicrostate | 52.00 |