Literacy Rate: Korea, Dem. People's Rep. of
Korea, Dem. People's Rep. of's literacy rate is currently 100.0% as of 2008. # Korea, Dem.
Current (2008)
100.0%
Peak (2008)
100.0%
Low (2008)
100.0%
Source
World Bank World Development Indicators
2008–2008 · 1 pts
Literacy Rate — Korea, Dem. People's Rep. of
2008 — 2008
Literacy Rate — Korea, Dem. People's Rep. of
Analysis# Korea, Dem. People's Rep. of Literacy Rate
Korea, Dem. People's Rep. of reported a literacy rate of 100% in 2008, matching both its all-time peak and lowest recorded value. The country achieved universal literacy according to available data, with no measurable change detected across the single year of available records. This represents the highest possible literacy outcome and aligns with the nation's longstanding commitment to universal education.
The data spans only 2008, limiting analysis of historical trends or directional shifts. No comparative data exists from earlier or later periods, preventing assessment of how literacy rates evolved before or after this benchmark year. Future data collection would clarify whether this 100% rate has remained stable or fluctuated in subsequent years.
Historical Data
1 Rows| Year | Value | Change % |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 100.0% | — |
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