School Dropout Remains a Significant Concern in Turkiye, According to Study

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A recent study from Ataturk University has identified key factors associated with school dropout risk among children aged 5-17 in Turkiye. Researchers analyzed a nationally representative dataset and found that girls, older children, working children, and those with caregiving responsibilities were more likely to drop out. Conversely, parental employment, maternal education, and participation in household chores reduced dropout probability. The study emphasizes the need for effective interventions to promote girls' education and reduce caregiving responsibilities.

Key Takeaways:

  • The likelihood of school dropout was higher among girls, with a significant increase in dropout probability among those aged 15-17.
  • Children working in agriculture were 30.6% more likely to drop out, highlighting the impact of economic factors on education.
  • Parental employment, maternal education, and participation in household chores reduced dropout probability, indicating the importance of family support and involvement.
  • Logistic regression analysis revealed that household size, working children, and caregiving responsibilities were all associated with increased dropout risk.
  • Effective interventions should target girls' education, reduce caregiving responsibilities, and improve economic support for families in Turkiye.
  • Regionally adapted and culturally sensitive policies are necessary to ensure equal educational opportunities for all children.

Statistics:

  • 30.6%: The percentage increase in dropout probability among children working in agriculture.
  • 15-17: The age range with the highest likelihood of school dropout among girls.
  • 5-17: The age range of children studied in the research.
  • 1-15: The range of variables included in the logistic regression analysis.
  • 7746: The report number of the study in Health & Medicine Week.

Sources:

  • School dropout among children aged 5-17 in Turkiye and related factors: a logistic regression analysis. BMC Pediatrics, 2025,25(1):1-15.
  • Ataturk University, Turkey. (News and Press Release)
  • https://bmcpediatr.biomedcentral.com
  • NewsRx LLC. (2025, September 19). Study Data from Ataturk University Update Understanding of Pediatrics (School dropout among children aged 5-17 in Turkiye and related factors: a logistic regression analysis). Health & Medicine Week; p 7746.