Investigating Outcomes for English Language Learners in Arkansas Better Chance (ABC) Pre-K

Students with limited English proficiency face numerous educational challenges with the potential result of large achievement gaps between these students and their English proficient peers. This brief describes the 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade outcomes of English Language Learner (ELL) students who attended Arkansas Better Chance (ABC) pre-Kindergarten, a state-funded program that is free to income-eligible families. Results indicate that ABC has the potential to improve academic outcomes for ELL students in Arkansas.