South Sudan is celebrating a remarkable achievement in its education sector as the Ministry of General Education and Instruction officially released the results of the 2025 Primary School Examinations.
Announcing the results, Dr. Kuyok Abol Kuyok, the Minister of General Education and Instruction, revealed that the national pass rate stood at an impressive 96.4 percent.
Out of 85,511 students registered for the exams, 84,506 candidates sat for the tests conducted between November 24 and 28, 2025, in 1,925 schools organized into 551 examination centers nationwide.
A total of 81,431 students (44,161 males and 37,270 females) successfully passed the exams, achieving a weighted performance index of 71.1 percent, demonstrating resilience and dedication from learners and educators across the country.
According to the Ministry, subject performance showed significant variation. Christian Religious Education and Science were the most improved subjects, while English and Mathematics recorded the lowest performance, highlighting key areas for targeted support and intervention.
The announcement also highlighted the country’s top performers. Among the standout achievers are Adhel Mabior Madut and Awien Biet Giirwel of Alel-Chok Complex Primary School in Western Bahr el Ghazal, both scoring 457 marks. Other top achievers include Rose Tartizio Fangrazio (456), Leti Lino Raphael (451), and Amot Akot Akot (451), representing schools across WBGS, Unity State, and Central Equatoria State.
Dr. Kuyok commended the dedication of students, teachers, and parents, stating, “These results are a testament to the hard work and commitment of our students and educators across the nation. We celebrate their achievement and encourage continued focus on subjects like English and Mathematics to further strengthen learning outcomes.”
South Sudan National Examinations Council also expressed gratitude to all stakeholders involved in the exams, acknowledging their contribution to the timely processing and release of results.
As the country celebrates this achievement, the Ministry emphasized the importance of ensuring smooth transitions for students into secondary education and called for sustained reforms to improve teaching standards, school infrastructure, and nationwide access to quality education.
Officials hope this success will inspire further investment in South Sudan’s youth and support the nation’s long-term development goals.
