Morocco ranked 68th globally in the 2024 World Intelligence Index, with an average IQ score of 97.12, according to recently released results. This marks a slight decline from the previous year when the country scored 98.02. The rankings are based on data from over 1.39 million participants worldwide.
China topped the global rankings with an average IQ score of over 107, followed by Iran (106.63) and South Korea (106.57). These countries lead due to a combination of robust educational systems and cultural emphasis on cognitive development.
Within the Arab world, Lebanon ranked highest, securing 37th place globally with an average IQ score of 99.58. It was followed by Tunisia, Algeria, and Morocco, with Jordan and the UAE completing the top six Arab nations. The lowest-ranking Arab country was Bahrain, while Gabon came in last globally, ranked 127th with an average IQ of 85.56.
The index highlighted disparities in average intelligence across regions. East Asian countries consistently scored above the global average of 100, while nations in sub-Saharan Africa and Latin America often fell below this benchmark. Despite some regional differences, IQ scores in 82% of countries remained relatively stable compared to last year.
The report attributed variations in IQ scores among nations to several factors:
- Infectious Diseases: Countries with higher rates of infectious diseases tend to have lower average IQs, as these illnesses can hinder cognitive development.
- Dietary Habits: Nations with healthier dietary practices often exhibit higher intelligence scores.
- Intellectual Activities: Engagement in activities that stimulate intellectual growth positively affects average IQ levels.
- Genetic Factors: Inherited traits also play a role in shaping cognitive abilities.
The findings underscored that countries with robust healthcare systems, good nutritional standards, and opportunities for intellectual engagement tend to outperform others. These factors collectively contribute to higher national averages in intelligence.
Morocco’s ranking highlights the need to address underlying determinants of cognitive development, such as healthcare access, education, and dietary habits, to enhance its standing in future assessments.
Morocco world news always published Morocco’s ranking in terms of IQ, and it’s usually less than 90 on averAge.
The MWN seems more accurate given that education in Morocco is ranked one of the lowest on the world list