Is there an official Lexile-to-Kumon chart?
No single official chart maps every case. Most families use practical ranges and then calibrate with reading behavior.
Lexile to Kumon Level Chart
Lexile and Kumon levels measure different things, so conversion works best as a range map. Use Lexile as your complexity anchor and Kumon levels as your sequencing framework. The quick chart below gives practical starting points for book selection.
| Signal | Recommended next step |
|---|---|
| Around 500L to 600L | Start near Kumon C to D |
| Around 600L to 700L | Start near Kumon D to F |
| Around 700L to 800L | Start near Kumon F to H |
| Around 800L to 900L | Start near Kumon H to I |
How to use both systems together
Pick one Lexile band for complexity and one Kumon level for progression, then validate with comprehension checks each week.
Recommended Book Picks
- Where the Mountain Meets the Moon by Grace Lin
- Pinocchio Carlo Collodi, retold by by Tania Zamorsky
- The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate
- Absolutely Truly: A Pumpkin Falls Mystery by Heather Vogel Frederick
- The Dragon with a Chocolate Heart by Stephanie Burgis
- Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes by Eleanor Coerr
- The Fool of the World and the Flying Ship by Arthur Ransome
- The Hundred Penny Box by Sharon Bell Mathis
- Sarah, Plain and Tall by Patricia MacLachlan
- The Big Wave by Pearl S. Buck
FAQ
Why do Lexile and Kumon not match exactly?
They are built from different frameworks, so direct one-to-one mapping is rarely precise.
Which should I trust first, Lexile or Kumon?
Use Lexile to set complexity and Kumon to structure progression across curated levels.
Can a student be high Lexile but lower Kumon level?
Yes. Readers can decode well but still need support with stamina or comprehension.
How often should we remap?
Re-check every 8 to 12 weeks or after clear changes in reading independence.
What is a safe starting point for 700L?
Many families begin near Kumon F to G and adjust after a short sample set.