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Libya Youth Literacy Rate

Literacy rate among youth ages 15-24  SE.ADT.1524.LT.ZS

Libya's youth literacy rate was 89.34% in 1984, ranked 2nd globally. Data from World Bank, covering 1984–1984.

89.34%
Year 1984 Rank #2 Global Peak 89.34% (1984) Source World Bank

Overview

Libya's youth literacy rate stood at 89.34% in 1984. Libya ranked 2nd globally.

Libya's youth literacy rate has demonstrated remarkable consistency, with a rate of 89.34% in 1984, marking the country's all-time peak and trough. This stable figure positions Libya as one of the top performers globally, surpassed only by Costa Rica with a youth literacy rate of 97.15%. In comparison, countries like Tunisia and Liberia lag significantly behind, with youth literacy rates of 74.28% and 47.63%, respectively. The Republic of Congo, another peer country, also lags behind with a rate of 87.50%. The consistency of Libya's youth literacy rate in 1984 suggests that the country has invested heavily in education during this period. However, the lack of data from previous years makes it challenging to assess the trajectory of this indicator over time. Libya's youth literacy rate remains an area of strength, but a decline in education spending or changes in government policies could potentially undermine this achievement.

Data & projection

Year Youth Literacy Rate YoY change Rank
1984 89.34% – #2

Detected Pattern

Export Boom Cycle
Current account surplus with strong export growth (>15% YoY), reserve accumulation, and moderate GDP growth. Typical of commodity exporters during price surges.
Reserves YoY +13.1% GDP growth 32.5% C/A balance 6.6%
Occurred 768 times, 546 successful
Reserves YoY
+25.6%
GDP growth
4.0%
C/A balance
14.5%
Reserves YoY
+14.6%
GDP growth
3.7%
C/A balance
2.9%
Reserves YoY
+12.8%
GDP growth
43.8%
C/A balance
16.4%
Reserves YoY
+12.6%
GDP growth
6.0%
C/A balance
0.5%
Reserves YoY
+38.3%
GDP growth
5.0%
C/A balance
1.2%
Reserves YoY
+18.0%
GDP growth
2.9%
C/A balance
3.9%

Analysis

Libya matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2017. 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

What is Libya's youth literacy rate?▾

Libya's youth literacy rate was 89.34% in 1984. Ranked 2nd globally.

What was the highest youth literacy rate in Libya?▾

Libya's youth literacy rate peaked at 89.34% in 1984.

What was the lowest youth literacy rate in Libya?▾

The lowest youth literacy rate in Libya was 89.34% in 1984.

How does Libya rank in youth literacy rate?▾

Libya ranks 2nd globally in youth literacy rate as of 1984.

What is the World Bank indicator code for youth literacy rate?▾

The World Bank indicator code is SE.ADT.1524.LT.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.

What is the youth literacy rate of Libya in 1984?▾

The youth literacy rate of Libya in 1984 was 89.34%. This ranks 2nd in the world.

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