The Virginia Snapshot

41% of children are NOT READY for kindergarten in literacy, math, social skills and self-regulation.

Early Literacy Matters

1 in 6 children fall below the literacy benchmark.

Over half of students in K-2 are at high to moderate risk for reading difficulties.

Third grade is a critical benchmark. Children through third grade are learning to read, then they are reading to learn.

The first eight years matter and build a foundation for learning.

More Black, Hispanic + English Language Learners are at higher risk of reading difficulties.

The continuity of quality must build from year to year, academically and socially, for ALL children.

Third graders not reading on grade level are 4 times more likely to DROP OUT OF SCHOOL.