Marshall Islands

Pitok pein bubu im jimma
To be cradled in your grandparent's arms and listen to their stories [our knowledge is passed through storytelling and listening to know and gain understanding] (Kajin M̧ajeļ)

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The Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI; Aolepān Aorōkin Ṃajeḷ) consists of five single islands and 29 atolls, including the atolls of Bikini, Enewetak, Kwajalein, Majuro, Rongelap, and Utirik. RMI is an independent republic in free association with the United States. 

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Schools

86 schools, ECE to grade 12 [1]

Major IHEs: College of the Marshall Islands, University of the South Pacific 

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Students

10,423 students in SY23-24, PreK to grade 12 [1]

98% of students are English learners 

718 students have disabilities 

7.2% of students live below the RMI national poverty line [2]

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Teachers

1,039 teachers, ECE to grade 12 in SY20-21 [1]

30% high school diploma 

26% associate’s degree 

13% bachelor’s degree 

1% advanced degree 

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