Guatemala Youth Literacy Rate
Literacy rate among youth ages 15-24 SE.ADT.1524.LT.ZS
Guatemala's youth literacy rate was 95.94% in 2025, ranked 44th globally. This represents a 0.6% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1994–2025.
Overview
Guatemala's youth literacy rate stood at 95.94% in 2025, a rise of +0.58pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 95.94% by 2025. Guatemala ranked 44th globally.
Guatemala’s youth literacy rate has risen sharply from 75.99% in 1994, the lowest point recorded, to 95.94% in 2025, placing the country 44th globally. The upward trajectory peaked at 97.00% in 2023, reflecting sustained investments in primary education and expanded access to schooling in rural areas. Over the 13‑year coverage span, the average annual increase exceeds 1.5 percentage points, narrowing the gap with regional peers such as Honduras (95.49%) and Cambodia (96.02%). The persistent improvement suggests that policy continuity and targeted literacy programs have been effective, although the remaining shortfall relative to the 2023 peak indicates room for further gains. Continued emphasis on teacher training, digital learning resources, and outreach to marginalized communities will be critical to sustain the positive trend and potentially surpass the 2023 high water mark.
Data & projection
| Year | Youth Literacy Rate | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 96.17% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 96.06% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 95.94% | - | - |
| 2025 | 95.94% | +0.58pp | #44 |
| 2024 | 95.36% | −1.64pp | #19 |
| 2023 | 97.00% | +2.02pp | #25 |
| 2022 | 94.98% | +0.38pp | #37 |
| 2018 | 94.60% | −0.58pp | #38 |
| 2015 | 95.18% | +0.83pp | #31 |
| 2014 | 94.35% | +2.50pp | #30 |
| 2013 | 91.85% | −1.80pp | #29 |
| 2012 | 93.65% | +5.85pp | #34 |
| 2006 | 87.80% | +5.58pp | #25 |
| 2002 | 82.22% | +0.52pp | #18 |
| 2000 | 81.70% | +5.71pp | #38 |
| 1994 | 75.99% | – | #4 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Guatemala matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw youth literacy rate improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Guatemala's youth literacy rate was 95.94% in 2025. Ranked 44th globally. This represents a 0.6% increase from the previous year.
Guatemala's youth literacy rate peaked at 97.00% in 2023.
The lowest youth literacy rate in Guatemala was 75.99% in 1994.
Guatemala ranks 44th globally in youth literacy rate as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SE.ADT.1524.LT.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Guatemala's youth literacy rate is projected to reach 95.94% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The youth literacy rate of Guatemala in 2025 was 95.94%. This ranks 44th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_guatemala_youth-literacy-rate,
title = {Guatemala Youth Literacy Rate},
url = {https://historysaid.com/guatemala/youth-literacy-rate/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}