
Writable is transforming literacy instruction by helping over 16,000 schools and districts grow purposeful writers. The platform scaffolds student learning and builds lifelong writing and reading skills for students in grades 3-12, while saving teachers time on daily instruction and feedback. With a research-backed solution, Writable provides a three-part feedback engine that includes peer, self, and teacher reviews, along with customizable assignments aligned to state and district goals. The company aims to close the writing proficiency gap, as only 27% of students test proficient in writing, making it a crucial skill for success in school and beyond.

Writable is transforming literacy instruction by helping over 16,000 schools and districts grow purposeful writers. The platform scaffolds student learning and builds lifelong writing and reading skills for students in grades 3-12, while saving teachers time on daily instruction and feedback. With a research-backed solution, Writable provides a three-part feedback engine that includes peer, self, and teacher reviews, along with customizable assignments aligned to state and district goals. The company aims to close the writing proficiency gap, as only 27% of students test proficient in writing, making it a crucial skill for success in school and beyond.
Sector: K–12 literacy edtech
Users: Serving ~16,000 schools and districts
Founded: 2016
Funding: $3.2M seed (Aug 2018)
Acquisition / Exit: Joined Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (Feb 2024)
K–12 writing instruction, assessment, and teacher workflow efficiency
2016
Education Technology
$3.2M
Investors listed also include Houghton Mifflin Harcourt; later joined Houghton Mifflin Harcourt in Feb 2024.
“Omidyar Technology Ventures; Houghton Mifflin Harcourt”