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In Yemen, adult literacy in 1994 (closest available) stood at 37.1%, reflecting significant literacy challenges. Primary completion in 2023 reached 68.1%, indicating moderate completion with gaps. Tertiary enrollment in 2011 (closest available) was 9%, indicating limited participation. The out-of-school rate in 2016 (closest available) was 30.6%, with a significant access challenge.
Primary Completion
68.1%
Secondary Completion
36.6%
Secondary+ Attainment
25.6%
Lower Secondary Completion
52.8%
Yemen was working to raise adult literacy from 37%. Around 31% of primary-age children were out of school. The government invested 5.2% of GDP in education.