Hungary Literacy Rate
Adult literacy rate SE.ADT.LITR.ZS
Hungary's literacy rate was 98.86% in 1980, ranked 1st globally. Data from World Bank, covering 1980–1980.
Overview
Hungary's literacy rate stood at 98.86% in 1980. Hungary ranked 1st globally.
Hungary's literacy rate stands out as one of the highest globally, with a remarkable 98.86% in 1980, surpassing that of several peer countries, including Trinidad and Tobago with a literacy rate of 94.97% in the same year. This achievement is particularly notable given Hungary's relatively small size and economic stature at the time. The consistency of Hungary's literacy rate over the available data period suggests a well-established education system, which may have contributed to the country's high literacy rate. In fact, Hungary's 1980 literacy rate remained unchanged from its all-time peak and trough, indicating a stable and effective education system. While this stability is a positive sign, changes in education policies or economic conditions could potentially alter the trajectory of Hungary's literacy rate, such as shifting towards a more inclusive and accessible education system, which could lead to further improvements in the country's already high literacy rate.
Data & projection
| Year | Literacy Rate | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | 98.86% | – | #1 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Hungary matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2023. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw literacy rate improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Hungary's literacy rate was 98.86% in 1980. Ranked 1st globally.
Hungary's literacy rate peaked at 98.86% in 1980.
The lowest literacy rate in Hungary was 98.86% in 1980.
Hungary ranks 1st globally in literacy rate as of 1980.
The World Bank indicator code is SE.ADT.LITR.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
The literacy rate of Hungary in 1980 was 98.86%. This ranks 1st in the world.
Cite this page
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title = {Hungary Literacy Rate},
url = {https://historysaid.com/hungary/literacy-rate/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}