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In South Sudan, adult literacy in 2008 (closest available) stood at 26.8%, reflecting significant literacy challenges. Primary completion in 2010 (closest available) reached 24.6%, indicating significant completion challenges. The out-of-school rate in 2024 was 64.7%, with a significant access challenge. Education spending in 2016 (closest available) was 1.6% of GDP, below the 4% UNESCO recommendation.
Out of School (Primary)
64.7%
Compulsory Education
8 years
South Sudan was working to raise adult literacy from 27%. Around 65% of primary-age children were out of school. Crowded classrooms (113:1) were a challenge.