An Investigation of Gender Disparities in the Enrollment Rate of Pakistan: A Case Comparison between Male and Female Children

Abstract

This study was descriptive research conducted to identify enrollment trends and gaps in the Pakistan education system over five years and compare gender and sector-wise differences. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used from the enrollment records as per the academic years 2021-2022 to aid in data analysis. Descriptive analysis offered information regarding enrollment alterations according to the educational stage, independent sample t-tests utilised to compare students' enrollment between genders. The study showed variations and inequity in enrollment in concerned education stages throughout the given year, while boys dominated the enrolment with girls. The results also indicated that the academic years inclined more boys than girls towards public sector enrollment in the overall mean sense, though it also applies to private sectors. However, the statistical tests also established little difference in the overall enrolment or by gender. Therefore, measures that promote the quality and availability of education should be given focus systematically.