Case Study

Wisconsin District Ignites Grades K–4 Literacy Growth with i-Ready

Bar graph showing Herrman Elementary and Southside ELC students' i-Ready reading levels, comparing Fall 2024 and Spring 2025, with Spring percentages significantly higher.

Major Literacy Gains at Herrman and Southside

Herrman Elementary School and Southside Early Learning Center saw major gains after implementing The Literacy Portfolio by i-Ready in Grades K–4. Every grade level increased the percentage of students scoring Mid or Above Grade Level on the i-Ready Diagnostic, with Grade 1 alone seeing a 12x jump!

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Overview

Boosting Reading Proficiency in Just One Year

Sparta Area School District in Wisconsin achieved dramatic literacy gains by implementing the full i-Ready literacy suite in Grades K–4. Every grade level saw increased reading proficiency, with Grade 1 achieving a 12x jump in students scoring Mid or Above Grade Level. Data-driven grouping and built-in instructional guidance empowered teachers to target support and deliver measurable results for all learners.

District:Sparta Area School District
Subject:Literacy
Grade:K–4
Topic:Academic Achievement, Differentiating Instruction, Early Literacy, Implementation and Practice, Reading Comprehension

Testimonials

“What really set i-Ready apart was how it removes the guesswork from instruction. Teachers receive grouping reports that lay it all out—who needs support, how to group them, and what steps to take next. That kind of clarity and built-in guidance has made a huge difference for our team.”

— Kyla Manske, Director of Instructional Services

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