Education Spending: American Samoa

Analysis# American Samoa Education Spending American Samoa allocated 14.717% of its GDP to education in 2006, representing a substantial commitment to the education sector. This figure stands as both the all-time peak and low in available records, reflecting limited data coverage spanning only a single year. The lack of variation across the measured period prevents assessment of long-term trajectory or meaningful change since 2006. The single data point from 2006 suggests American Samoa prioritized education spending at levels comparable to developed nations, though the absence of subsequent years limits analysis of whether this commitment has been sustained or modified. Consistent reporting from 2006 onward would clarify whether education investment has remained stable, increased, or declined relative to economic output.