National Evaluation Reveals Strong Performance by Female School Leaders and Rural Districts

According to the report, 5,205 school leaders took part in the evaluation, achieving an overall mean score of 76.1%. Notably, female school leaders, who represented 26.6% (1,385) of all candidates, slightly outperformed their male counterparts, with an average of 76.7% compared to 75.9% for men.

District performance showed wide variation. Nyamasheke (81.1%), Kirehe (81.0%), and Rwamagana (79.2%) emerged as the top-performing districts, while Ngororero (67.8%), Huye (70.0%), and Gatsibo (70.2%) recorded the lowest averages.

At the provincial level, results highlighted continuing efforts to strengthen school leadership, especially in line with national education quality goals.

• 31% of leaders were found to be meeting or exceeding expectations (80–100%).

• 52% are partially meeting expectations (70–79%).

• 14% need improvement (60–69%).

• Only 2.7% were underperforming (below 60%).

The report further noted that Head Teachers of Secondary Schools had the largest number of leaders meeting expectations, totaling 596 individuals.

The evaluation, conducted at both district and national levels, aimed to measure key leadership competencies, management efficiency, and accountability in schools.
Officials emphasized that the findings will inform continuous professional development and performance-based support for all school leaders as Rwanda advances toward its Vision 2050 education targets.

“We see strong commitment among school leaders,” the report concludes, “but ongoing mentorship and targeted training remain crucial for consistent excellence nationwide.”