Early literacy progress and challenges in Indiana • Indiana Capital Chronicle

Early literacy progress and challenges in Indiana • Indiana Capital Chronicle

In the 2023-2024 school year, 82.5% of students demonstrated literacy proficiency—an increase from 81.9% in 2023. (Getty Images)Early literacy forms the foundation on which a child’s academic and life success is built. Extensive research shows that children who achieve reading proficiency by third grade are more likely to graduate high school, pursue higher education, and secure stable employment. In contrast, those who struggle with reading at …