A significant advance in Madrid's education
The Community of Madrid has achieved an unprecedented milestone in its educational system, with a school dropout rate reduced to a historic 7.59% during the first quarter of the year. This figure, revealed by the Active Population Survey (EPA), not only sets a new record for the region but also widens the gap compared to the national average, which stands at a concerning 13%.
The decline in Madrid is notable when compared to other autonomous communities such as Catalonia and Castilla-La Mancha, where dropout rates exceed 15%. Furthermore, since 2019, Madrid has achieved a cumulative reduction of over 36%, consolidating a positive trend that seems to be taking root over time.
The regional government attributes this success to the educational policies implemented in recent years. These strategies have focused on improving the quality of the educational system and providing families with greater choice. Among the most notable measures is the reduction of the number of students per classroom, which will extend to several educational levels for the 2025/2026 academic year. This initiative aims to ensure more individualized and effective attention for each student.
Another key factor has been the incorporation of 2,725 new teachers in public schools, representing a 50% increase compared to the previous year. This measure not only responds to the need to reduce class sizes but also reflects a commitment by the regional government to raise educational standards and provide a more conducive learning environment.
Over the past year, Madrid has seen its school dropout rate significantly decrease from 11.4% to this new historic low. In contrast, the average decline across Spain was only 0.7 points during the same period. This highlights not only local efforts but also the effectiveness of the policies adopted in the face of common educational challenges.
Despite the current success, Madrid continues to work towards even more ambitious goals. The region remains below the 9% target set by the European Union for 2030 and continues to seek innovative ways to maintain this downward trend in school dropout rates.
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