Countries by English Proficiency Index 2024

About This Dataset

Countries ranked by the EF English Proficiency Index 2024, which scores non-native English-speaking countries on standardised adult English test performance. The Netherlands consistently tops the global English Proficiency Index among non-native speaking countries — reflecting an education system that integrates English instruction from primary school, a media environment that airs English-language content without dubbing, and a trading culture that has historically required multilingual competence.

✨ AI Insight

The gap between the Netherlands and the next highest scorer, Norway, is significant at 9 points, showcasing the Netherlands' exceptional commitment to English language education. Countries like Denmark and Sweden also perform well, with scores of 650 and 647 respectively, suggesting a regional trend in Scandinavian countries prioritizing English proficiency. However, the scores drop more steeply beyond these leaders, with Finland at 643 and Austria at 635, indicating a potential area for improvement in these nations. The overall trend suggests that countries with integrated English instruction and exposure to English media tend to excel, while those lagging may need to enhance their educational frameworks to boost proficiency.

Source: Wikipedia

Key Findings

Auto-computed highlights from this dataset

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Netherlands leads with 663 in 2024.

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Average value in 2024: 644 · median: 645.

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Gap in 2024: Netherlands is 1.1× larger than Germany.