The Burkina Faso Education Management Information System (EMIS) report, conducted in September 2019, evaluates the system’s effectiveness through assessments by national and international peers. EMIS is crucial for the collection, analysis, and dissemination of educational data, supporting the planning and evaluation of educational policies. The review highlighted several strengths, including the quality of data collection methodologies and the commitment of competent and motivated staff. However, weaknesses remain, such as the timeliness and punctuality of reports, commitment to data quality, and learner registration. According to the assessment grid of the ECOWAS EMIS Norms and Standards, the education statistics produced by Burkina Faso's EMIS are deemed acceptable, with an average score of 3.0 out of 4.

Key recommendations include the creation of a single EMIS entity, the development of an integrated sectoral EMIS policy, and increased investment in information technology. Other suggestions include improving the documentation of statistical processes, ensuring adequate resources, and reducing the time taken to publish statistics.

The report also emphasizes the importance of collaboration among the three ministries responsible for education to harmonize and coordinate information systems, with the aim of improving the quality and relevance of statistical data for better decision-making in the education sector.