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In Barbados, adult literacy in 1970 (closest available) stood at 99.3%, reflecting effectively universal literacy. Primary completion in 2012 (closest available) reached 98.5%, indicating near-universal primary education. Tertiary enrollment in 2025 was 51%, indicating high participation. The out-of-school rate in 2024 (closest available) was 17.6%, with a significant access challenge.
Tertiary Enrollment
51%
Barbados had achieved near-universal literacy. Around 18% of primary-age children were out of school.