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National Context (2025–2026)

Reading Untangled
May 7
1 min read

  • Wichita, Kansas (2026): According to the United Way of the Plains, 77% of third graders in Wichita are currently not reading on grade level.

  • While 77% is used for specific cities or states, national trends show a broader decline in literacy following the pandemic.

    • 8th Grade (2025): National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) scores show that 70% of 8th graders nationwide perform below the proficient reading level.

    • 4th Grade (2026): National reports indicate approximately 67% to 69% of U.S. fourth graders read below grade level.

    • Adult Literacy (2026): Approximately 54% of U.S. adults (130 million people) read below a sixth-grade level.

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