New Delhi, March 19 Delhi's school infrastructure is under strain, with 5,556 schools catering to more than 44.9 lakh students, reflecting a high enrolment density per institution, according to a report.
With an average enrolment of 808 students per school, the number of school buildings remains relatively low compared to the growing student population, the data compiled in the report showed.
A total of 1,61,958 teachers are employed across schools, resulting in a pupil-teacher ratio of 28:1, suggesting that while staffing is relatively stable, infrastructure continues to face pressure.
According to the Unified District Information System for Education Plus (UDISE+) 2024-25 report, Delhi has one of the highest enrolment shares relative to the number of schools, indicating overcrowding and an increased load on existing facilities.
A senior official told