Reading Level Calculator
Flesch reading ease and grade level.
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Results
- Reading ease
- 57.9
- Grade level
- 9.8
- Words per sentence
- 18.6
- Difficulty
- Fairly difficult
Quick answer
Flesch Reading Ease scores text 0–100, where higher means easier to read.
FRE = 206.835 − 1.015(w/s) − 84.6(sy/w)
How to use the Reading Level Calculator
- 1Count words, sentences and syllables in a sample.
- 2Enter each count.
- 3Aim for 60–70 ease for general audiences.
Frequently asked questions
What score should web copy hit?
60–70 reading ease, around grade 8.
How do I count syllables?
Most word processors and readability tools report it automatically.