Gray Oral Reading Test -5 Kit (GORT-5)

The Gray Oral Reading Tests – Fifth Edition (GORT-5) is a standardized assessment tool designed to evaluate the fluency and comprehension of oral reading in individuals aged 6 to 23 years and 11 months. Developed by J. Lee Wiederholt and Brian R. Bryant, this test is widely used by educators, psychologists, and speech-language pathologists to identify reading difficulties and monitor progress over time.

The GORT-5 comprises two equivalent forms (Form A and Form B), each containing 16 developmentally sequenced reading passages. Following each passage, the individual answers five comprehension questions. The test provides scores for:

• Rate: Time taken to read each passage.

• Accuracy: Number of words read correctly.

• Fluency: Combination of Rate and Accuracy.

• Comprehension: Number of questions answered correctly.

• Oral Reading Index: Composite score derived from Fluency and Comprehension.

These scores are reported as standard scores, percentile ranks, age and grade equivalents, and scaled scores with a mean of 10 and a standard deviation of 3. The Oral Reading Index is reported as a standard score with a mean of 100 and a standard deviation of 15.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Assessment: Evaluates multiple aspects of oral reading.

• Standardized Tool: Provides reliable and valid data for clinical and educational settings.

• Age-Appropriate: Suitable for individuals aged 6 to 23 years and 11 months.

• Professional Use: Intended for use by qualified professionals to ensure accurate interpretation.

Key Features:

• Two Equivalent Forms: Form A and Form B for pre- and post-assessment comparisons.

• Developmentally Sequenced Passages: Ensures age-appropriate content.

• Comprehension Questions: Open-ended format to assess understanding.

• Optional Miscue Analysis: Allows detailed error analysis to inform interventions.

• Qualification Level: Requires Level B qualification for administration and interpretation.