Gambia education statistics
Literacy, enrolment, spending for Gambia: the key indicators with the latest year available, the world ranking and the world value.
| Indicator | Gambia | Year | World rank | World |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult literacy | 51.6% | 2021 | #125 of 136 | 87.7% |
| Primary enrolment (gross) | 100.4% | 2025 | #100 of 200 | 102.2% |
| Secondary enrolment (gross) | 107.0% | 2021 | #36 of 195 | 77.3% |
| University enrolment (gross) | 13.5% | 2024 | #146 of 183 | 43.6% |
| Education spending, % of GDP | 2.8% | 2023 | #154 of 190 | 3.6% |
Education: world rankings · Gambia population
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