Social Well-Being Indicator Tracker

Our social well-being indicators are based on social determinants of health. These indicators are the economic and social conditions that shape the health of individuals and communities. Social determinants of health also determine the extent to which a person possesses the physical, social, and personal resources to identify and achieve personal aspirations, satisfy needs, and cope with the environment. Social determinants of health are about the quantity and quality of a variety of resources that society makes available to its members. Important considerations include both the quality and their distribution amongst the population.

DEducation and Literacy Indicators

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D2 Percentage of Students Aged 14-18 Dropped Out of School, ECSD and EPSB

DOWNWARD
DOWNWARD

POSITIVE

D2 Percentage of Students Aged 14-18 Dropped Out of School, ECSD and EPSB

DEducation and Literacy Indicators

DEducation and Literacy Indicators Menu

  • The annual dropout rate for students aged 14 to 18 years is a useful indicator because it measures the success or failure that a school district is having in keeping students engaged and continuously involved in their learning without interruption.
  • The annual dropout rates for students aged 14 to 18 have decreased for both school districts. This demonstrates the success that educational stakeholders in school districts, supported by the Ministry of Education, are having in keeping students in school through to high school completion.

Education is a significant determinant of health, as educational attainment influences career options and lifetime earning potential. University graduates earn significantly higher incomes than high school graduates—on a per annum and lifetime basis. Education also provides some protection against economic fluctuations. Individuals with higher education are less likely to become unemployed in the event of an economic downturn. They are also more likely to achieve financial security after retiring. The importance of education has grown as the economy becomes increasingly reliant on industries that require specialized knowledge and technical expertise. 

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