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In Italy, adult literacy in 2019 (closest available) stood at 99.3%, reflecting effectively universal literacy. Primary completion in 2021 (closest available) reached 99.7%, indicating near-universal primary education. Tertiary enrollment in 2023 (closest available) was 76%, indicating very high participation. The out-of-school rate in 2023 (closest available) was 2.1%, with good school access.
Compulsory Education
12 years
Italy had achieved near-universal literacy. Tertiary enrollment was very high, at 76%.