Education Sector Payment Performance Dips Slightly: Average Scores Fall From 81.2 to 80.3

The Comparison

Here's a side-by-side view of payment performance in the education sector:

• 2024:
  • Number of companies analyzed: 227
  • Average payment performance score: 81.2/100
• 2025:
  • Number of companies analyzed: 179
  • Average payment performance score: 80.3/100

What This Means

While the education sector maintains a relatively strong payment performance, the 0.9-point decrease between 2024 and 2025 suggests a minor weakening of payment practices. The notable drop in the number of companies surveyed, from 227 to 179, could indicate consolidation within the education sector or a shift in the types of organizations being assessed, potentially impacting the overall average score. If you're experiencing late payments, use our late payment calculator to understand your potential losses.

Summary: In the education sector, payment performance saw a slight reduction from an average score of 81.2 in 2024 to 80.3 in 2025.