Lifestyle
Israel — Living: Education
Education indicators for Israel, from World Bank Open Data: government expenditure on education 5.9 % of GDP (2022); school enrolment, primary 97 % gross (2024); school enrolment, secondary 99 % gross (2024); school enrolment, tertiary 56 % gross (2024); adult literacy rate 91.8 % of people aged 15+ (1983).
VerifiedGovernment / official sourceWorld Bank — World Development Indicators (World Bank Open Data)Last reviewed: 2026-10-18
Key facts
- Government expenditure on education: 5.9 % of GDP (2022)
- School enrolment, primary: 97 % gross (2024)
- School enrolment, secondary: 99 % gross (2024)
- School enrolment, tertiary: 56 % gross (2024)
- Adult literacy rate: 91.8 % of people aged 15+ (1983)
Steps
- Registering Children for School — Relocating families should contact their local municipality to inquire about the registration process and required documents, as this may vary depending on the location.
Costs
- School Fees: varies by school type and location
Timelines
- School Registration: typically within a few days to a week
Required documents
- Proof of residency
- Birth certificate
- Passport or ID card
Common mistakes
- Not registering children for school in a timely manner, which may lead to delays in the start of the academic year.
What these figures do not cover
Gross enrolment ratios can exceed 100% because they count pupils of any age against the school-age population. These are national statistics. International schools, fees, admissions, curricula and school calendars are not covered here.