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In Mauritania, adult literacy in 2020 (closest available) stood at 59.5%, reflecting significant literacy challenges. Primary completion in 2015 (closest available) reached 57.9%, indicating significant completion challenges. Tertiary enrollment in 2020 (closest available) was 6%, indicating limited participation. The out-of-school rate in 2024 was 11.3%, with room for improvement in access.
Out of School (Primary)
11.3%
Mauritania was working to raise adult literacy from 60%. Crowded classrooms (42:1) were a challenge.