| Ministry of Education, Science and Culture | |
|---|---|
| Minister of Education, Science and Culture | Lilja Alfreðsdóttir |
| National education budget (2023) | |
| Budget | ISK 46.3 billion[1][2] |
| General details | |
| Primary languages | Icelandic |
| System type | National |
| Current system | 2007 |
| Literacy (2023) | |
| Total | 60%[3] |
| Male | 53% |
| Female | 68% |
| Enrollment | |
| Total | Not available |
| Primary | 100% (graduating) |
| Secondary | 97%[4] |
| Post secondary | Not available |
| Attainment | |
| Secondary diploma | 57%[5] |
| Post-secondary diploma | Not available |
| Secondary and tertiary education divided into academic and vocational systems. | |
The system of education in Iceland is divided in four levels: playschool, compulsory, upper secondary and higher, and is similar to that of other Nordic countries. Education is mandatory for children aged 6–16. Most institutions are funded by the state; there are very few private schools in the country. Iceland is a country with gymnasia.