Beyond Basics

Overview

Beyond Basics is an educational organization based in the United States, specializing in K-12 literacy programs. Founded in 1999, the company aims to improve literacy outcomes for students through individualized diagnostic assessments and sustained tutoring interventions. A longitudinal study conducted by Dietz Consulting, which tracked the progress of 3,553 students since 2008, highlights the effectiveness of the Beyond Basics reading program. The study indicates that students participating in the program have shown significant improvements in reading levels, with many advancing an average of 1.5 grade levels, and high school students improving by as much as two grade levels. The program emphasizes hour-long tutoring sessions delivered by trained tutors during the school day, focusing on addressing specific literacy gaps for students reading below their grade level. Beyond Basics operates with a team of 51 to 200 employees and reported revenue of approximately $4.7 million. The organization is committed to making a difference in the lives of children by providing targeted literacy support in school districts.

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