About 23% of third graders, or nearly 12,000 students, scored below the required reading level last spring. But fewer than 3% were ultimately held back, according to newly provided state data.

A third grade reading and retention law took effect for Tennessee public school children in 2023. Students must meet a state reading benchmark or take extra steps to avoid being held back. Three full ...

Lori Robertson knew the stakes were high. Under a new Louisiana law, the third graders she taught this summer at J.B. Nachman Elementary School in Alexandria would have to pass a reading test or be ...

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — By now, you've probably heard a lot of talk about Tennessee's controversial third grade retention law. But, a lot of parents didn't realize, there's an obscure fourth grade ...

The testing window for the IREAD-3 assessment opens in just a few days. Legislation passed last year requires 3rd grade students to be retained if they do not pass the Indiana reading assessment.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — You probably remember the third grade retention debate here in Tennessee. But how about fourth grade retention? “Reading proficiency is still important,” Rep. Mark White ...