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Education

PARCA: Alabama high-poverty districts show gains in third-grade reading

Several Alabama districts with high poverty improved third-grade reading scores, though some urban areas declined.

August 20, 2025

Summer reading gains highlight the Literacy Act’s impact on students

Alabama is reporting improved reading scores after summer camps with targeted supports and grants from the Literacy Act.

August 15, 2025

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PARCA Report: Third-grade ELA proficiency jumps

The Public Affairs Research Council of Alabama shows significant gains in third-grade ELA proficiency, driven by the Literacy Act.

August 30, 2024

Girl reading a book in the classroom

Preliminary number of third graders set to repeat grade released

The Alabama Board of Education discussed the summer testing scores and the current projected number of third graders to be held back this year.

August 9, 2024