Literacy Facts and Figures

Reading is only part of the problem. The other parts are math, science, and critical thinking skills. According to a study completed by Pier Partners, over 92% of kids reported greater access to books because of LFL's, and when they have access to a LFL, they read an average of 1.1 more days per week compared to communities that don't provide access to a LFL.

• Nebraska Department of Education Data - Click on the + symbol, then NSCAS assessments. Provides specific scores by grade level and school district. How is yours doing?
  
• NAEP (National Center for Education Statistics (The Nation's Report Card)) - state and national statistics for reading and math

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