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The Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has announced plans to reclassify several senior high schools across Ghana as part of a broader strategy to reform the Computerised School Selection and Placement System (CSSPS).
The proposal, unveiled at a press briefing at the Ministry on Tuesday, will see 10 Category A schools downgraded to Category B, while 10 Category B schools will be upgraded to Category A status.
According to the Minister, the initiative aims to reduce the overwhelming pressure on a small group of elite schools during the annual placement process.
“We have close to 393,000 students competing for only 76,000 spaces. The pressure on Category A schools is too high, and this makes placement less fair and transparent,” Mr. Iddrisu stated.
Infrastructure Investment to Support Reclassification
To ensure a smooth transition, the government plans to invest in significant infrastructure upgrades in the reclassified schools, including new classroom blocks, dormitories, and science laboratories.
“These changes will be backed by targeted infrastructure investment to match the new status of schools and ensure equity in access,” he added.
Tackling Regional Inequalities
Mr. Iddrisu also pointed out regional disparities in the current classification system, noting that regions such as North East, Savannah, Oti, and Western North have no Category A schools.
“We intend to deliberately prioritise these areas with infrastructure investments to improve access to quality education,” he said.
A Step Toward Fairness and Efficiency
The Minister emphasized that the reclassification is part of a wider strategy to make the CSSPS more equitable, transparent, and efficient.
The school placement system has long been criticized by parents, students, and education advocates for favoring a limited number of well-resourced schools, often located in major urban centers.
By redistributing the demand and investing in more schools nationwide, the Ministry hopes to create a more balanced and inclusive educational landscape.
