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In Jamaica, adult literacy in 1999 (closest available) stood at 79.9%, reflecting moderate literacy levels with room for improvement. Primary completion in 2022 (closest available) reached 99.2%, indicating near-universal primary education. Tertiary enrollment in 2015 (closest available) was 26%, indicating moderate participation. The out-of-school rate in 2023 (closest available) was 12.4%, with room for improvement in access.
Education Spending
5.5% GDP
Jamaica had moderate adult literacy, at 79.9%, with room to improve. The government invested 5.5% of GDP in education.