Egypt, Arab Republic of - Literacy Rate 1996
55.59%
+11.17pp from 1995
Egypt, Arab Republic of's literacy rate was 55.59% in 1996. This was the 7th highest globally.
Global Ranking - 1996▾
| Rank | Country | Value | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | Tonga | 98.91% | -0.7% |
| 2nd | Uruguay | 96.78% | 1.5% |
| 3rd | New Caledonia | 96.14% | 3.3% |
| 4th | Colombia | 91.21% | 0.2% |
| 5th | South Africa | 82.40% | 8.1% |
| 6th | Iran, Islamic Republic of | 73.06% | 11.5% |
| 7th | Egypt, Arab Republic of | 55.59% | 25.1% |
| 8th | Guinea | 20.55% | - |
| 9th | Burkina Faso | 12.85% | -5.3% |
FAQ
What was Egypt, Arab Republic of's literacy rate in 1996?▾
Egypt, Arab Republic of's literacy rate in 1996 was 55.59%. This ranked 7th globally.
How did Egypt, Arab Republic of's literacy rate change in 1996?▾
Egypt, Arab Republic of's literacy rate increased by 25.1% in 1996 compared to 1995.
Which country had the highest literacy rate in 1996?▾
Tonga had the highest literacy rate in 1996 at 98.91%.
What is the literacy rate of Egypt, Arab Republic of in 1996?▾
The literacy rate of Egypt, Arab Republic of in 1996 was 55.59%. This ranked 7th globally.
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