Strategic Education Inc (STRA)

Operating profit margin

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Operating income US$ in thousands 155,628 95,321 70,760 147,258 161,688
Revenue US$ in thousands 1,219,930 1,132,920 1,065,480 1,131,690 1,027,650
Operating profit margin 12.76% 8.41% 6.64% 13.01% 15.73%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Operating profit margin = Operating income ÷ Revenue
= $155,628K ÷ $1,219,930K
= 12.76%

The operating profit margin of Strategic Education Inc has exhibited fluctuations over the past five years. Starting at 15.73% on December 31, 2020, the margin decreased to 13.01% by December 31, 2021. Subsequently, there was a significant decline to 6.64% by December 31, 2022. However, a positive trend was observed as the operating profit margin slightly improved to 8.41% by December 31, 2023 and further increased to 12.76% by December 31, 2024. These fluctuations in the operating profit margin signify variations in the company's ability to generate profits from its core operations over the years, indicating potential changes in efficiency, cost management, and revenue generation strategies.