Mexico - Literacy Rate 2024
95.77%
−0.07pp from 2023
Mexico's literacy rate was 95.77% in 2024, decreased +0.07pp from 95.83% in 2023. This was the 8th highest globally.
Global Ranking - 2024▾
| Rank | Country | Value | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | Georgia | 99.68% | 0.1% |
| 2nd | Uruguay | 98.91% | 0.0% |
| 3rd | United Arab Emirates | 98.81% | 0.8% |
| 4th | West Bank and Gaza | 97.94% | 0.1% |
| 5th | Saudi Arabia | 97.93% | 0.3% |
| 6th | Bahrain | 97.82% | 0.0% |
| 7th | Panama | 96.26% | 0.2% |
| 8th | Mexico | 95.77% | -0.1% |
| 9th | Colombia | 95.34% | -0.1% |
| 10th | Paraguay | 94.86% | 0.3% |
| 11th | Brazil | 94.80% | 0.2% |
| 12th | Dominican Republic | 94.03% | -0.3% |
| 13th | Peru | 93.66% | -0.9% |
| 14th | South Africa | 91.15% | 1.3% |
| 15th | Lesotho | 90.45% | -2.2% |
| 16th | El Salvador | 89.77% | -0.1% |
| 17th | Cabo Verde | 88.47% | 1.9% |
| 18th | Honduras | 88.25% | 1.3% |
| 19th | Guatemala | 82.11% | -1.1% |
| 20th | Nigeria | 70.41% | 11.5% |
FAQ
What was Mexico's literacy rate in 2024?▾
Mexico's literacy rate in 2024 was 95.77%. This ranked 8th globally.
How did Mexico's literacy rate change in 2024?▾
Mexico's literacy rate decreased by 0.1% in 2024 compared to 2023.
Which country had the highest literacy rate in 2024?▾
Georgia had the highest literacy rate in 2024 at 99.68%.
What is the literacy rate of Mexico in 2024?▾
The literacy rate of Mexico in 2024 was 95.77%. This ranked 8th globally.
How does 2024 compare to 2023 for Mexico's literacy rate?▾
Mexico's literacy rate went from 95.83% in 2023 to 95.77% in 2024, a 0.1% decrease.
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