Brazil Youth Literacy Rate
Literacy rate among youth ages 15-24 SE.ADT.1524.LT.ZS
Brazil's youth literacy rate was 99.39% in 2025, ranked 23rd globally. This represents a 0.0% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1980–2025.
Overview
Brazil's youth literacy rate stood at 99.39% in 2025, a rise of +0.03pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 99.39% by 2025. Brazil ranked 23rd globally.
Brazil's youth literacy rate has experienced a significant increase over the past 27 years, rising from 83.91% in 1980 to 99.39% in 2025. This improvement has propelled Brazil to the 23rd position globally, narrowly trailing peer countries such as West Bank and Gaza, where the youth literacy rate stands at 99.42%. The remarkable progress of Brazil's youth literacy rate is a testament to the country's sustained efforts in education. By 2025, Brazil has achieved its highest youth literacy rate to date, surpassing its previous peak. In comparison to its peers, Brazil's youth literacy rate has demonstrated a remarkable upward trend, mirroring the rapid advancements in Panama and Georgia, which have achieved youth literacy rates of 99.22% and 99.43%, respectively. As Brazil continues to prioritize education, a sustained economic growth could further enhance its youth literacy rate, potentially leading to a continued upward trajectory in the coming years.
Data & projection
| Year | Youth Literacy Rate | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 99.45% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 99.42% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 99.39% | - | - |
| 2025 | 99.39% | +0.03pp | #23 |
| 2024 | 99.36% | +0.06pp | #7 |
| 2023 | 99.30% | +0.00pp | #9 |
| 2022 | 99.30% | +0.00pp | #15 |
| 2021 | 99.30% | +0.10pp | #13 |
| 2020 | 99.20% | +0.10pp | #17 |
| 2019 | 99.10% | −0.10pp | #15 |
| 2018 | 99.20% | +0.04pp | #13 |
| 2017 | 99.16% | +0.05pp | #14 |
| 2016 | 99.11% | +0.15pp | #15 |
| 2015 | 98.96% | +0.11pp | #15 |
| 2014 | 98.85% | +0.11pp | #16 |
| 2013 | 98.74% | +0.12pp | #17 |
| 2012 | 98.62% | +0.13pp | #21 |
| 2011 | 98.49% | +0.98pp | #32 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Brazil matched the Stagflation Risk pattern in 2016. Historically, 38% of countries showing this pattern (117 out of 307) saw youth literacy rate improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Brazil's youth literacy rate was 99.39% in 2025. Ranked 23rd globally. This represents a 0.0% increase from the previous year.
Brazil's youth literacy rate peaked at 99.39% in 2025.
The lowest youth literacy rate in Brazil was 83.91% in 1980.
Brazil ranks 23rd globally in youth literacy rate as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SE.ADT.1524.LT.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Brazil's youth literacy rate is projected to reach 99.39% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The youth literacy rate of Brazil in 2025 was 99.39%. This ranks 23rd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_brazil_youth-literacy-rate,
title = {Brazil Youth Literacy Rate},
url = {https://historysaid.com/brazil/youth-literacy-rate/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}