The national average reading/language arts proficiency is 46% (2023-24). Reading/language arts proficiency of school are compared within their own state only.
Note that individual states determine criteria for 'proficiency' according to their own tests - proficiency percentages should not be compared across states due to the differing tests and criteria applied between each state.
The state with highest reading/language arts proficiency is Maine, with an 85% average reading/language arts proficiency.
The state with lowest reading/language arts proficiency is Oklahoma, with an 25% average reading/language arts proficiency.
The public schools with highest reading/language arts proficiency in each state are listed below (where sufficient data available).
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency Range: 25%
85%
Avg. Reading/Language Arts Proficiency: 46%
Average Public School Reading/Language Arts Proficiency (2023-24)
State
Average Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
40%
45%
37%
39%
49%
47%
51%
58%
42%
52%
39%
50%
68%
54%
31%
43%
36%
41%
40%
49%
36%
85%
48%
53%
45%
35%
47%
47%
43%
48%
52%
47%
58%
42%
63%
57%
25%
47%
55%
31%
35%
48%
52%
30%
42%
43%
70%
64%
48%
59%
39%
40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the national average public school reading/language arts proficiency?
The national average public school reading/language arts proficiency is 46% for 2023-24.
What are public schools with the highest reading/language arts proficiency in the United States?
The public schools with the highest reading/language arts proficiency in the United States include Jacksonville Beach Elementary School, Gallimore Elementary School and Brown Summit Middle School.
What is the state with the highest average public school reading/language arts proficiency?
The state with the highest average public school reading/language arts proficiency is Maine.
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