Houston County: Building A System for Success

The Houston County School System ranks 129th out of 140 school systems in Alabama in per-pupil expenditures. More than half Read the full release.  


New Data Shows Progress on Third Grade Reading Continues

Due to a new higher standard, the number and percentage of third graders who failed to meet the grade-level reading Read the full release.  


New Business Education Alliance Report Examines Investments in Alabama’s Education System, Immediate Outcomes, and Future Needs

Today, the Business Education Alliance of Alabama (BEA) is releasing Alabama Can Improve Student Achievement and Prepare a Future Workforce: Here’s How-Part 2, a Read the full release.  


English Scores Jump with Full Implementation of Literacy Act; Math and Science Mixed Results

Alabama student performance in English Language Arts improved significantly in 2024, with the largest spike coming in third grade as Read the full release.  


Progress Made But Over 20% of Alabama 3rd Graders Not Reading on Grade Level

Fewer third graders scored below grade level in reading in 2022 compared to the previous year, according to results released Read the full release.