Educational inequalities in academic performance in secondary education in Peru: a multilevel analysis
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https://doi.org/10.5212/PraxEduc.v.21.24571.001Abstract
This study examines academic performance inequalities in mathematics, reading, and social sciences among peruvian students, considering gender, school management, and geographic location. Using multilevel models, disparities were quantified, and variance was estimated at the individual, school, and regional levels. Results indicate that students in urban areas and private schools achieve significantly higher performance. Additionally, a strong association between reading proficiency and social sciences achievement was observed. These findings underscore the need for evidence-based educational policies to address structural inequalities in the education system.
Keywords: Educational inequality. Secondary education. Multilevel analysis.
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