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In the Solomon Islands, adult literacy in 1999 (closest available) stood at 76.6%, reflecting moderate literacy levels with room for improvement. The out-of-school rate in 2024 was 30.1%, with a significant access challenge. Education spending in 2023 (closest available) was 8.3% of GDP, above the 4% UNESCO recommendation. The pupil-teacher ratio in 2019 (closest available) was 30:1, pointing to larger class sizes.
Out of School (Primary)
30.1%
Primary Intake Ratio
70%
Compulsory Education
0 years
The Solomon Islands had moderate adult literacy, at 77%, with room to improve. Around 30% of primary-age children were out of school. The government invested 8.3% of GDP in education.