Launched through legislation passed in 2024, HB 1361 created a new statewide initiative focused on boosting achievement in reading and math for K–5 public school students called the Florida Tutoring Advantage (FTA). The program is supported by state appropriations and administered by the University of Florida’s Lastinger Center, the program empowers districts and schools to launch or expand high-impact tutoring—whether in-person, virtual, or through approved digital tools
Math Outcomes
Out of all Florida schools who worked with HeyTutor in the 24-25 school year, there were significant results for students who recieved Math tutoring during the day and after school.
Key results include:
- For programs during the day, students behind grade level dropped 63% to 29%.
- For programs during the day, students at grade level increased 35% to 50%.
- For after-school programs, students behind grade level dropped from 60% to 32%.
- For after-school programs, students at grade level increased from 33% to 43%.
These Math results show all programs significantly reduced the percentage of students behind grade level and increased the number meeting grade-level expectations.
Math: Students at or Above Grade Level in After-School Programs
54% increase in students at or above grade level
ELA Outcomes
Out of all Florida schools who worked with HeyTutor in the 24-25 school year, there were significant results for students who recieved ELA tutoring during the day and after school.
Key results include:
- For programs during the day students behind grade level dropped 67% to 42%.
- For programs during the day, students at grade level increased 32% to 48%.
- For after-school programs, students behind grade level dropped from 61% to 35%.
- For after-school programs, students at grade level increased from 30% to 38%.
These ELA results show all programs showed strong literacy growth, with fewer students behind grade level and more students reaching grade level by the end of the program.
ELA: Students at or Above Grade Level in After-School Programs
67% increase in students at or above grade level
Impact and Takeaways
These results show that HeyTutor’s program model delivers meaningful academic growth at scale. By combining skilled tutors, structured curriculum, and targeted instruction, Florida schools were able to:
- Reduce the number of students significantly below grade level
- Increase the proportion of students approaching or reaching grade-level standards
- Drive consistent progress across both Math and ELA
HeyTutor’s research-backed tutoring services provide instructional interventions that closely align with Florida B.E.S.T Standards and school curricula, ensuring students receive the extra support needed to succeed.
HeyTutor’s partnership with Florida schools highlights how well-designed after-school tutoring can serve as a incredible opportunity to provide support for students all over the state.
HeyTutor honored with prestigious National Student Support Accelerator (NSSA) Tutoring Program Design Badge
The Badge represents a research-based review of our program's design, providing valuable feedback and recognition from experts.
