Reading Level Checker
Analyze any text for reading ease, grade level, and readability score. Instant results.
The reading level checker analyzes text using three standardized readability formulas: the Flesch Reading Ease score (0-100, higher is easier), the Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level (US school grade equivalent), and the Gunning Fog Index (years of education required). It also provides nine text statistics including word count, sentence count, syllable count, and estimated reading time.
How to Use the Reading Level Checker
- 1Paste your text into the input box, or click Load example text to try a sample.
- 2Click Analyze Text to instantly calculate all readability scores.
- 3Review the Flesch Reading Ease score, Flesch-Kincaid grade level, and Gunning Fog Index.
- 4Check the Text Statistics panel for word count, sentence count, syllables, and reading time.
- 5Revise your text to shorten sentences or replace complex words to improve readability.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Flesch Reading Ease score?
Ranges 0-100. Higher scores (70-100) indicate easy text (5th-6th grade). Lower scores (0-30) indicate professional or academic text. A score of 60-70 is standard for general audiences.
What is the Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level?
Outputs a US school grade equivalent. A score of 8.0 means an 8th grader can understand the text. Calculated from average sentence length and syllables per word.
What is the Gunning Fog Index?
Estimates years of formal education needed to understand the text. A score of 12 = high school senior. Scores above 17 are graduate level.
What reading level should I aim for?
General audiences: Flesch 60-70, FK Grade 7-8. Academic writing: Flesch 30-50. Newspapers: Grade 6-8. Children content: Flesch 80-90.