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Sao Tome and PrincipeFemale Literacy Rate (%)

Category: EducationSource: World Bank World Development IndicatorsUpdated May 2026
Latest Value
82.8%
2019
YoY Change
-3.1%
20122019
Maximum
85.4%
2012
Minimum
77.9%
2001
CAGR
+0.3%
3 years
Last
82.8%
Previous
85.4%
Highest
85.4%
Lowest
77.9%
Source
World Bank World Development Indicators

Sao Tome and Principe's female literacy rate (%) was 82.8% in 2019. This represents a -3.1% change from 2012. Over the past 3 years, the highest recorded value was 85.4% (2012) and the lowest was 77.9% (2001). Data sourced from the World Bank World Development Indicators.

Source: World Bank World Development Indicators

Historical Data

YearValueChange
201982.8%-3.1%
201285.4%+9.6%
200177.9%

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