The regions of Greater Lisbon, Setúbal Peninsula and Algarve have the lowest rates of secondary education completion in Portugal. This situation places these geographic areas at a disadvantage compared to other regions of the country regarding the educational attainment of the population.
The heterogeneity of the population in these regions is pointed out as one of the main reasons for this low percentage of secondary education completion. The diversity of population profiles, which includes different origins and socioeconomic contexts, contributes to difficulties in completing studies.
In the specific case of the Algarve, an additional factor comes into play: seasonality. The tourism-driven nature of the region, with significant fluctuations throughout the year, influences education indicators and the ability of residents to complete secondary education.
