Performance indicator:

Percentage of Grade 3 Reading at Grade 4 Reading Level

Source: Center for Houston’s Future

Indicator description:

Reading skills are critical to a successful school experience and a productive work life. This indicator is a measure of quality learning opportunities for children. The indicator identifies the percentage of students who meet or exceed state standards for Grade 4 English/reading.

This indicator is associated with the following goals:

Note: Plan Houston's performance indicators are intended to inform the public and policy makers on the community's success at achieving Plan Houston's community goals. Identifying current performance is a first step; future steps could include tracking progress over time and establishing preferences on outcomes.