Gambia, The—Adult Literacy Rate (%)
Category: EducationSource: World Bank World Development IndicatorsGlobal Rank: #76 of 82
Latest Value
51.6%
2021
YoY Change
-2.9%
2018 → 2021
Global Rank
#76
of 82 countries
Maximum
53.2%
2018
Minimum
36.8%
2000
CAGR
+1.6%
4 years
Last
51.6%
Previous
53.2%
Highest
53.2%
Lowest
36.8%
Unit
Percent of population age 15+
Source
World Bank World Development Indicators
Source: World Bank World Development Indicators
Historical Data
| Year | Value | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 51.6% | -2.9% |
| 2018 | 53.2% | +4.7% |
| 2015 | 50.8% | +37.9% |
| 2000 | 36.8% |
Top Countries — Adult Literacy Rate (%)
| # | Country | Value | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tuvalu | 100.0% | 2022 |
| 2 | Uzbekistan | 100.0% | 2022 |
| 3 | Russian Federation | 99.9% | 2021 |
| 4 | San Marino | 99.9% | 2022 |
| 5 | Turkmenistan | 99.9% | 2022 |
| 6 | Armenia | 99.8% | 2023 |
| 7 | Azerbaijan | 99.8% | 2023 |
| 8 | Spain | 99.7% | 2021 |
| 9 | Georgia | 99.7% | 2024 |
| 10 | Serbia | 99.3% | 2022 |
About This Indicator
Definition
Adult literacy rate is the percentage of people aged 15 and above who can both read and write with understanding a short simple statement about their everyday life.
Methodology
Literacy data comes from population censuses and household surveys. The UNESCO Institute for Statistics (UIS) is the primary source. In some countries, literacy is self-reported; in others, it is tested directly. The World Bank uses UIS estimates, which apply statistical modeling to fill gaps between survey years.
Unit
Percent of population age 15+
Source: World Bank - World Development IndicatorsView original source →