How Australia Compares
International comparisons show Australian students are among the best performers in the world. But when it comes to resources for public school we have a long way to go to catch up with other comparable nations.
Low Spending on Education. According to the Organisation for Economic Development (OECD) Australia ranks 23rd out of 27 major nations when it comes to public expenditure on education as a percentage of our economic output (Gross Domestic Product)
Low Spending on Public Schools. Only two major countries spend a lower proportion of education funding on public schools than Australia. We are 27th out of 29 nations according to the OECD.
High Spending on Private Schools. Only Belgium spends a higher proportion of government education funding on private schools and universities than we do.
Large Primary Classes. Australia has above-average class sizes in primary schools (where it counts the most). The average primary class in Australia has 23.3 students. The average in OECD countries is 21.4. Check out the AEU’s latest survey of schools.
“Once differences between the school systems in the social backgrounds of their students and the schools have been taken into account, there is no remaining significant overall superiority of non-government schooling in any country.”
Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority chairman Barry McGaw
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