Abstract

FERRADA FERRADA, Cristian Andrés; ALTAMIRANO RUIZ, Natalia Andrea  and  KROFF TRUJILLO, Francisco José. Transformations of school enrollment in Chiloé comparison between rural and urban contexts 2011-2024. Areté [online]. 2025, vol.11, n.22, pp.102-121.  Epub Nov 17, 2025. ISSN 2443-4566.  https://doi.org/10.55560/arete.2024.22.11.7.

The school enrollment in Castro, Quinchao, and Curaco de Vélez, in Chiloé, has shown significant changes between 2011 and 2024, influenced by factors such as internal migration and educational policies. This study analyzes these transformations within a segmented Chilean educational context, aiming to understand the decline of students in rural areas and its impact on educational continuity and the socioeconomic structure of communities. Using a quantitative and descriptive approach, the study examines statistical data from the Ministry of Education of Chile, comparing enrollment in urban and rural schools. Results indicate a downward trend in rural schools, while urban schools experience a slight increase. Factors such as migration to cities, perceptions of educational quality, and funding policies contribute to this situation. The study concludes that rural education faces serious challenges regarding retention and sustainability. It recommends implementing policies to improve infrastructure and educational quality in these contexts, as well as monitoring enrollment to ensure equitable access to education.

Keywords : School enrollment; Educational institutions; Rural education; Urban education; Statistical analysis.

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