According to the TOEIC 2025 report by ETS, Tunisia has achieved a high score in English proficiency, ranking sixth among countries with the highest scores. The country's average score of 766 out of 990 is a notable achievement, surpassing neighboring countries Morocco and Algeria. This ranking is based on the scores of individuals who took the TOEIC Listening & Reading test and completed the associated questionnaire.
The TOEIC 2025 report highlights that five countries have a higher average score than Tunisia: Germany, Lebanon, Belgium, Italy, and India. Among African countries and territories listed in the report, Tunisia has the highest average score. Morocco and Algeria, which are often considered Tunisia's peers, scored 717 and 713, respectively. This suggests that Tunisia has a relatively high level of English proficiency among its population that takes the TOEIC test.
However, it is essential to interpret these results with caution. The report only includes data from individuals who took the TOEIC test and completed the questionnaire, which may not be representative of the entire Tunisian population. Additionally, the report only includes countries with a minimum of 500 test-takers. Therefore, it would be inaccurate to conclude that Tunisia has the sixth-best English proficiency level globally or that this result reflects the performance of the national education system.
Another limitation of the report is that ETS classifies test-takers based on their declared country of origin, which may not necessarily be the country where the test was taken. Despite these limitations, the results still provide valuable insights into the English proficiency of a specific population in Tunisia. The TOEIC test evaluates listening and reading comprehension skills in English, particularly in professional contexts.
For Tunisian companies operating in exportable services, technology, or tourism, the score of 766 is an interesting signal about the English proficiency of a population exposed to international evaluations. However, this result does not demonstrate a generalized language advantage in the labor market. The report does not provide detailed information on the number of Tunisian test-takers or the distribution of scores by occupation or sector.
The real question is not about Tunisia's ranking but about its implications: to what extent does this performance among TOEIC test-takers reflect a broader pool of professional English skills in Tunisia? The answer to this question would require further analysis and data. Nevertheless, the TOEIC 2025 report provides a useful snapshot of English proficiency among a specific population in Tunisia.
In conclusion, Tunisia's high ranking in the TOEIC 2025 report is a positive indicator of English proficiency among a specific population. However, it is crucial to consider the limitations of the report and not make sweeping conclusions about the country's overall English proficiency or education system. The results should be seen as a signal for Tunisian companies to invest in developing the English skills of their workforce.
Key points
- Tunisia ranks sixth in TOEIC 2025 with an average score of 766 out of 990.
- The ranking only reflects the scores of individuals who took the TOEIC test and completed the questionnaire.
- The results have implications for Tunisian companies operating in exportable services, technology, or tourism.
