Indiana literacy rates improve for fifth straight year

By: Mackenzi Klemann

Outlets: Indiana Capital Chronicle

Published: August 11, 2026

Words: 876

Last Updated: 1 week ago

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Indiana’s early literacy rates improved for the fifth consecutive year, with nearly 89% of Hoosier third graders demonstrating proficiency in foundational reading skills on the state’s IREAD assessment.

The Indiana Department of Education released statewide IREAD, ILEARN and SAT results for the 2025-26 school year Tuesday at the State Board of Education’s August meeting.

The results show continued improvement in early literacy and a new baseline for the state’s redesigned ILEARN assessment.

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