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In China, adult literacy in 2020 (closest available) stood at 96.7%, reflecting high literacy levels. Primary completion in 2020 (closest available) reached 99.2%, indicating near-universal primary education. Tertiary enrollment in 2024 was 77%, indicating very high participation. The out-of-school rate in 1997 (closest available) was 6.7%, with room for improvement in access.
Tertiary Enrollment
77%
Compulsory Education
9 years
China had high adult literacy, at 97%. Tertiary enrollment was very high, at 77%.