A profile of eighth graders in Catholic schools

Penny A. Sebring

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A profile of eighth graders in Catholic schools

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Based on the National Educational Longitudinal Study of 1988

by Penny A. Sebring

Reading Level 3 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Hear the chatter of classrooms filled with eager voices and the scratch of pencils on paper. Imagine the smells of books and fresh paint in schools where kids learn and grow every day. What makes these Catholic schools special, and how do their students shine?

Themes

EducationAcademic AchievementFamilySchool ExperienceLongitudinal Study

Quick Assessment

This book offers a detailed profile of eighth graders in U.S. Catholic schools compared to their public school peers, based on data from the 1988 National Education Longitudinal Study. It highlights academic achievement, student experiences, and school environments, focusing on themes of excellence and equity. Suitable for early readers, it presents educational research in a simplified format without sensitive content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
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No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
2
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

55 pages
ISBN
1558331158
Pages
55
Publisher
National Catholic Educational Association
Published
1992
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

Catholic Elementary SchoolsUnited StatesLongitudinal StudiesEighth GradeSchool ChildrenAcademic Achievement

Places

United States