This document provides an overview of the education system in Pakistan. It notes that Pakistan has a net primary school attendance rate of 66% which is below the world average of 90%. Public spending on education is only 2.2% of GNP, which is skewed towards higher education. Literacy rates vary widely by region and gender, from 87% in Islamabad to 20% in Kholo District. The education system faces challenges like high dropout rates, outdated curriculums, and shortages of teachers and equipment. There are also opposing views on the education system between groups favoring comprehensive schools versus the tripartite system.