Older Students Face a Silent Reading Crisis in Schools
A recent survey of around 700 educators has highlighted growing concerns about reading struggles among older students. Over half reported that at least a quarter of their middle and high school students lack basic reading skills. Yet, despite the clear need, support for these learners often drops off after primary school.
Nearly a year ago, Education Week hosted an online conference on adolescent literacy, drawing strong interest from educators. Many shared worries about students falling far behind in reading, with some three or four grade levels below expectations. This lag makes it harder for teachers to cover advanced text analysis in subjects like history or science.
The survey underscores a mismatch between the scale of reading struggles in secondary schools and the available support. With limited training, sparse intervention time, and policies focused on younger grades, many older students continue to struggle with reading. Addressing these gaps will require expanded resources, better data tracking, and more targeted teacher preparation for adolescent literacy needs.
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