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In Burkina Faso, adult literacy in 2023 (closest available) stood at 41.4%, reflecting significant literacy challenges. Primary completion in 2021 (closest available) reached 60.3%, indicating moderate completion with gaps. Tertiary enrollment in 2024 was 10%, indicating limited participation. The out-of-school rate in 2024 was 34.3%, with a significant access challenge.
Tertiary Enrollment
10%
Out of School (Primary)
34.3%
Pupil-Teacher Ratio
37:1
Secondary+ Attainment
5.2%
Burkina Faso was working to raise adult literacy from 41%. Around 34% of primary-age children were out of school. The government invested 5.3% of GDP in education.