9th Grade Prep
Students who are better prepared for a successful 9th grade year are more likely to have positive future outcomes regardless of 3rd grade reading status.
Succeeding in school is harder for students who struggle to read. Predicting the optimal age for learning assistance can change kids lives. This detailed Chicago Public School System study suggests when to intercede and why.
Nearly 80% of students reading above grade level in 3rd grade graduated high school within five years.
9th grade school performance plays the largest role in predicting college enrollment.