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In Uruguay, adult literacy in 2024 stood at 98.9%, reflecting high literacy levels. Primary completion in 2024 reached 99.4%, indicating near-universal primary education. Tertiary enrollment in 2023 (closest available) was 80%, indicating very high participation. The out-of-school rate in 2023 (closest available) was effectively zero, with nearly all children in school.
Adult Literacy
98.9%
Primary Completion
99.4%
Youth Literacy
99.0%
Secondary Completion
55.5%
Uruguay had high adult literacy, at 99%. Nearly all children attended school. Tertiary enrollment was very high, at 80%.