GITNUXREPORT 2025

Education Industry Statistics

Edtech market surges, digital tools expand, online learning grows globally.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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In 2022, over 85% of college students in the US owned a smartphone

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65% of teachers report using digital tools regularly in their classrooms

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In 2021, over 60% of US K-12 teachers used social media as a classroom resource

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The US has over 98,000 degree-granting postsecondary institutions

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Around 37% of students worldwide have access to a computer at home

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The literacy rate in developing countries has increased from 56% in 1990 to 81% in 2020

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The global edtech market is projected to reach $404 billion by 2025

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The average spend on education per student in OECD countries is approximately $10,000 annually

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The global higher education market is valued at over $35 trillion

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The global e-learning market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 11.1% from 2023 to 2030

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Approximately 750 million children and youth worldwide are out of school

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Online education enrollment increased by 900% during the COVID-19 pandemic

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The number of students enrolled in online courses globally has surpassed 200 million

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52% of college students in the US report feeling anxious about their academic workload

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70% of teachers in the US feel unprepared to teach online

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Key Highlights

The global edtech market is projected to reach $404 billion by 2025
Approximately 750 million children and youth worldwide are out of school
The US has over 98,000 degree-granting postsecondary institutions
In 2022, over 85% of college students in the US owned a smartphone
The average spend on education per student in OECD countries is approximately $10,000 annually
Online education enrollment increased by 900% during the COVID-19 pandemic
65% of teachers report using digital tools regularly in their classrooms
The global higher education market is valued at over $35 trillion
Around 37% of students worldwide have access to a computer at home
70% of teachers in the US feel unprepared to teach online
The number of students enrolled in online courses globally has surpassed 200 million
52% of college students in the US report feeling anxious about their academic workload
The global e-learning market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 11.1% from 2023 to 2030

The education industry is undergoing a seismic shift, driven by a booming global edtech market projected to hit $404 billion by 2025 and fueled by rapid digital adoption among students and teachers worldwide, yet millions of children remain out of school, highlighting the urgent need to harness these technological advances for equitable learning opportunities.

Digital Tools and Technology Adoption

In 2022, over 85% of college students in the US owned a smartphone
65% of teachers report using digital tools regularly in their classrooms
In 2021, over 60% of US K-12 teachers used social media as a classroom resource

Digital Tools and Technology Adoption Interpretation

With smartphones in over 85% of college students’ pockets, 65% of teachers embracing digital tools, and more than 60% of K-12 educators turning to social media, the education landscape has transitioned from chalkboards to clickables, making digital literacy as vital as reading and writing.

Educational Infrastructure and Access

The US has over 98,000 degree-granting postsecondary institutions
Around 37% of students worldwide have access to a computer at home
The literacy rate in developing countries has increased from 56% in 1990 to 81% in 2020

Educational Infrastructure and Access Interpretation

With over 98,000 institutions shaping futures, only 37% of students worldwide can call a computer their own, yet a remarkable leap from 56% to 81% literacy in developing countries underscores that access to knowledge continues to outpace access to technology.

Market Size and Growth

The global edtech market is projected to reach $404 billion by 2025
The average spend on education per student in OECD countries is approximately $10,000 annually
The global higher education market is valued at over $35 trillion
The global e-learning market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 11.1% from 2023 to 2030

Market Size and Growth Interpretation

With the edtech market soaring toward $404 billion and students worldwide investing approximately $10,000 each annually, it's clear that education isn't just a pursuit of knowledge but a booming industry where innovation and investment are rewriting the global classroom landscape.

Student Enrollment and Participation

Approximately 750 million children and youth worldwide are out of school
Online education enrollment increased by 900% during the COVID-19 pandemic
The number of students enrolled in online courses globally has surpassed 200 million
52% of college students in the US report feeling anxious about their academic workload

Student Enrollment and Participation Interpretation

Despite a staggering 900% surge in online enrollment and over 200 million students logging into virtual classrooms, the education landscape reveals a paradox: while digital access expands, over half of American college students grapple with anxiety, underscoring that opening a laptop isn’t a substitute for addressing the deeper challenges of learning.

Teacher Preparedness and Usage

70% of teachers in the US feel unprepared to teach online

Teacher Preparedness and Usage Interpretation

With 70% of US teachers feeling unprepared to teach online, it's clear that even in the digital age, we need to invest more in preparing educators for the virtual classroom—a lesson in progress.