120 End-of-Year Report Card Comments (+ How to Write Them Faster with Brisk)

Putting together report cards for the end of the year? Browse our list of report card comments for inspiration on how to give students useful feedback on both their growth areas and opportunities for improvement. The comments are organized by subject and student need so you can find what fits.

If you want something that sounds less templated, we also cover how to use Brisk to generate personalized comments from scratch.

Before you start: the best report card comment has one specific detail in it. Even a single concrete reference (for example, a project they worked hard on or a skill they built) changes how a comment reads. Treat these report card comments as a starting point, not a final draft!

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Reading and ELA comments

Strengths

1. [Name] ended the year as a confident, engaged reader. [He/She/They] consistently reads above grade level and shows strong comprehension when discussing texts.
2. [Name] made significant growth in reading fluency this year. [He/She/They] approaches texts with persistence and uses decoding strategies independently.
3. [Name] reads with strong expression and demonstrates genuine understanding of what [he/she/they] reads. [He/She/They] makes thoughtful connections between texts and [his/her/their] own experience.
4. [Name] participates actively in reading discussions and often notices details that other students overlook. [He/She/They] is prepared for next year's reading expectations.
5. [Name] has developed strong reading habits this year. [He/She/They] selects appropriate texts independently and reads with focus during independent reading time.
6. [Name] consistently demonstrates comprehension above grade-level expectations. [He/She/They] can summarize, infer, and analyze with increasing confidence.
7. [Name] is an enthusiastic reader who takes on challenging texts willingly. [His/Her/Their] vocabulary has expanded noticeably over the course of the year.
8. [Name] excels at making inferences and supporting answers with text evidence — skills that will serve [him/her/them] well in next year's reading work.

Areas of opportunity

9. [Name] made steady progress in reading this year. Continued practice with fluency and comprehension over the summer will help build on these gains.
10. [Name] is developing [his/her/their] decoding skills and has made progress with grade-level texts. Focused reading practice over the summer is recommended.
11. [Name] shows growing confidence as a reader. Working on reading rate and expression will help [him/her/them] build fluency heading into next year.
12. [Name] is working to strengthen [his/her/their] reading comprehension, particularly with inferencing and identifying main ideas. Daily reading practice will support continued progress.
13. [Name] has made progress in reading this year and is building the foundational skills needed for greater independence. Continued support at home will help [him/her/them] move forward.
14. [Name] participates in reading activities and is developing stronger comprehension strategies. Consistent reading practice over the summer is the best next step.
15. [Name] is working toward grade-level reading benchmarks. [He/She/They] responds well to support and demonstrates effort during reading instruction.
16. [Name] has shown growth in letter-sound knowledge and early decoding. Continued reading practice at home, especially with decodable books, will reinforce these skills.

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Writing comments

Strengths

17. [Name] is a strong writer who organizes ideas clearly and uses specific details to support [his/her/their] points. [His/Her/Their] writing shows real growth from the beginning of the year.
18. [Name] writes with confidence and voice. [He/She/They] consistently goes beyond the prompt and takes creative risks on the page.
19. [Name]'s writing has developed significantly this year. [He/She/They] uses varied sentence structure and selects words with care.
20. [Name] excels at narrative writing and brings genuine creativity to every assignment. [His/Her/Their] work is detailed, well-paced, and engaging.
21. [Name] produces clear, organized writing across genres. [He/She/They] is particularly strong at using evidence to support opinions.
22. [Name] has developed into an independent writer who plans, drafts, and revises with increasing skill. [He/She/They] is well-prepared for next year's writing expectations.

Areas of opportunity

23. [Name] is developing [his/her/their] writing skills and shows progress in organizing ideas. Continued writing practice (even informally over the summer) will help [him/her/them] build stamina and confidence.
24. [Name] is working on adding detail and elaboration to [his/her/their] writing. [He/She/They] has the ideas; the focus for next year is getting them fully onto the page.
25. [Name] is building writing fluency and has made progress with sentence structure this year. Reviewing the difference between complete and incomplete sentences will support [his/her/their] work next year.
26. [Name] shows creativity in writing but is working on organizing ideas in a logical sequence. Continued practice will strengthen [his/her/their] ability to structure written responses.

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Math comments

Strengths

27. [Name] has strong number sense and approaches math problems with flexibility. [He/She/They] can explain [his/her/their] thinking clearly and finds multiple strategies for solving problems.
28. [Name] performed at or above grade level in math this year. [He/She/They] is particularly strong in [specific area] and applies [his/her/their] skills accurately and efficiently.
29. [Name] is a confident math student who tackles challenging problems without giving up. [He/She/They] has mastered this year's key concepts and is well-prepared for next year.
30. [Name] excels at mathematical reasoning and consistently shows [his/her/their] work in an organized way. [He/She/They] has made impressive growth this year.
31. [Name] demonstrates strong computation skills and solid conceptual understanding. [He/She/They] participates actively during math discussions.
32. [Name] approaches math with a positive attitude and strong effort. [He/She/They] has made noticeable gains in [specific skill] over the course of the year.
33. [Name] has mastered the major concepts of this grade level and applies [his/her/their] skills accurately across different types of problems.
34. [Name] is a strong mathematical thinker who moves beyond calculation to consider why problems work the way they do. This is a genuine asset heading into next year.

Areas of opportunity

35. [Name] is developing [his/her/their] math skills and has made progress with [specific skill] this year. Continued practice with [area] over the summer will help solidify these concepts.
36. [Name] works hard in math and is building stronger foundational skills. Continued practice with [specific skill] will help [him/her/them] enter next year with greater confidence.
37. [Name] benefits from additional practice with [specific skill]. Regular math practice at home this summer — even 10 minutes a day — will support [his/her/their] progress.
38. [Name] has made progress in math this year and is working to build consistency with grade-level concepts. A math practice routine over the summer is recommended.
39. [Name] is developing [his/her/their] understanding of core math concepts. [He/She/They] responds well to support and benefits from additional time to practice and process new material.
40. [Name] has shown growth in math problem-solving this year. Continuing to work on fact fluency over the summer will make next year's work more manageable.
41. [Name] is making steady progress in math. [He/She/They] has strong effort and will benefit from continued practice with [specific concept] before next year.
42. [Name] works with perseverance in math and has built stronger foundational skills this year. [He/She/They] is working toward consistent grade-level performance.

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Science and social studies comments

Strengths

43. [Name] is a curious, engaged learner in science and social studies. [He/She/They] asks thoughtful questions and makes connections across topics.
44. [Name] participates actively during science and social studies lessons and consistently demonstrates strong content knowledge.
45. [Name] approaches science with genuine curiosity and contributes meaningfully to class discussions and investigations.
46. [Name] has shown strong growth in science this year, particularly with [specific unit]. [He/She/They] approaches investigations carefully and draws well-reasoned conclusions.
47. [Name] brings enthusiasm to social studies and demonstrates a strong ability to analyze primary sources and consider multiple perspectives.
48. [Name] excels in science, demonstrating both strong content knowledge and scientific thinking skills. [He/She/They] approaches labs and investigations with focus and care.

Areas of opportunity

49. [Name] is developing [his/her/their] engagement with science and social studies content. Encouraging [him/her/them] to read nonfiction and watch documentaries over the summer can help build background knowledge.
50. [Name] participates in science and social studies and is building stronger content knowledge. [He/She/They] benefits from additional time to process and discuss nonfiction text.

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Social-emotional and classroom community comments

Strengths

51. [Name] is a positive presence in the classroom. [He/She/They] treats classmates with respect and contributes to a collaborative, focused environment.
52. [Name] consistently demonstrates kindness and good judgment. [He/She/They] is the kind of student who looks out for others without being asked.
53. [Name] has strong leadership skills and uses them constructively. [He/She/They] takes initiative during group work and supports classmates when they need help.
54. [Name] approaches challenges with a growth mindset. When something is difficult, [he/she/they] tries a different approach rather than giving up.
55. [Name] has shown remarkable growth in self-regulation this year. [He/She/They] manages frustration more effectively and advocates for [himself/herself/themselves] with increasing confidence.
56. [Name] is a consistent, reliable contributor to our classroom community. [He/She/They] follows through on commitments and takes [his/her/their] responsibilities seriously.
57. [Name] works well with others and brings positive energy to group projects. [He/She/They] listens carefully and contributes ideas while also making space for classmates.
58. [Name] has built strong friendships this year and navigates social situations with growing maturity. [He/She/They] is well-liked by peers and respected by adults.
59. [Name] demonstrates empathy and is attentive to the needs of classmates. [He/She/They] is a thoughtful, reliable member of our classroom community.
60. [Name] handles transitions and changes in routine with flexibility. [He/She/They] models calm, focused behavior that benefits the whole class.

Areas of opportunity

61. [Name] is working on managing frustration productively and is making progress. With continued support and practice, [he/she/they] is developing stronger coping strategies.
62. [Name] benefits from reminders to stay on task during independent work. Building stronger self-management habits will support [his/her/their] success next year.
63. [Name] is developing the skills needed to work collaboratively with a range of peers. [He/She/They] is making progress and will continue to grow in this area.
64. [Name] is working on making thoughtful choices when [he/she/they] feels frustrated or overwhelmed. [He/She/They] has made progress this year and has strategies in place to keep building.
65. [Name] is developing stronger self-advocacy skills. Encouraging [him/her/them] to ask for help when [he/she/they] needs it will support [his/her/their] growth next year.
66. [Name] benefits from additional time to transition between tasks. [He/She/They] is working on managing this independently and has made progress this year.
67. [Name] is learning to balance participation with active listening during class discussions. [He/She/They] has good ideas and is working on creating space for other voices as well.
68. [Name] is working on managing [his/her/their] energy in the classroom. [He/She/They] is most successful with clear routines and benefits from movement breaks throughout the day.

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Effort and work habits comments

Strengths

69. [Name] consistently gives [his/her/their] best effort. [He/She/They] approaches assignments with focus, asks for help when needed, and takes pride in [his/her/their] work.
70. [Name] is an organized, self-directed student. [He/She/They] manages [his/her/their] materials and responsibilities independently.
71. [Name] demonstrates exceptional effort across all subjects. [He/She/They] sets high expectations for [himself/herself/themselves] and works hard to meet them.
72. [Name] is thorough and careful in [his/her/their] work. [He/She/They] takes time to review and revise rather than rushing to finish.
73. [Name] completes all work on time and to a high standard. [He/She/They] is a dependable, self-motivated learner.
74. [Name] takes ownership of [his/her/their] learning. [He/She/They] asks clarifying questions, seeks feedback, and uses class time productively.

Areas of opportunity

75. [Name] benefits from check-ins and reminders during independent work time. Building stronger follow-through with tasks will be an important focus for next year.
76. [Name] sometimes rushes through work to finish quickly. Slowing down and reviewing before submitting will help [him/her/them] produce more accurate work next year.
77. [Name] is working on completing assignments fully before moving on. [He/She/They] has made progress and benefits from structured time to review [his/her/their] work.
78. [Name] is developing stronger organizational skills. [He/She/They] benefits from structured support to track assignments and manage materials.
79. [Name] has the ability to do strong work and is developing the habits to match. Consistency with effort across all subjects will be the focus going into next year.
80. [Name] benefits from reminders to use class time productively. Building stronger time management skills will support [his/her/their] success in the years ahead.

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General end-of-year

81. It has been a pleasure having [Name] in class this year. [He/She/They] has grown in [specific area] and is well-prepared for next year.
82. [Name] has had a strong year. [He/She/They] is leaving [grade] with solid skills and a positive attitude toward learning.
83. [Name] has grown considerably this year, both academically and as a member of our classroom community. [He/She/They] is ready for the challenges of next year.
84. [Name] brought genuine curiosity and effort to [his/her/their] work this year. [He/She/They] should feel proud of [his/her/their] growth.
85. It has been a great year with [Name]. [He/She/They] is leaving [grade] stronger in [specific skill] and ready to take on what comes next.
86. [Name] has made meaningful progress this year. [He/She/They] enters next year with stronger skills and greater confidence than [he/she/they] started with.
87. [Name] is a motivated learner who has put real effort into [his/her/their] work this year. [He/She/They] should be proud of what [he/she/they] has accomplished.
88. [Name] has grown significantly this year and demonstrated real resilience when [he/she/they] faced challenges. [He/She/They] is well-prepared for next year.
89. Watching [Name] grow this year has been one of the highlights of my year. [He/She/They] enters [next grade] with strong skills and a great attitude.
90. [Name] ends the year stronger than [he/she/they] started — which is exactly what a good school year looks like. It has been a pleasure teaching [him/her/them].

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Comments for students with an IEP/504 or with additional support needs

91. [Name] has worked hard this year and has made progress toward [his/her/their] goals with the support of [his/her/their] team. [He/She/They] enters next year with stronger skills and a better understanding of [his/her/their] learning needs.
92. [Name] has made meaningful growth this year, particularly in [specific area]. [He/She/They] has developed stronger self-advocacy skills and is learning to use the strategies and accommodations that work best for [him/her/them].
93. [Name] demonstrates real effort and perseverance. [He/She/They] has made progress toward [his/her/their] goals this year and enters next year with a clearer picture of [his/her/their] strengths and areas for continued growth.
94. [Name] has shown strong effort this year and made progress with [specific skill]. [He/She/They] benefits from [specific support] and will continue to receive that support next year.
95. [Name] is building the skills and confidence to advocate for [himself/herself/themselves]. [He/She/They] has made progress this year and is better equipped to navigate the challenges ahead.

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Comments for English language learners

96. [Name] has made impressive progress in English this year while also demonstrating strong academic skills. [He/She/They] is developing fluency and participates with increasing confidence in class discussions.
97. [Name] brings dedication and a positive attitude to [his/her/their] language development. [He/She/They] has grown significantly in English this year and is building a strong foundation for continued progress.
98. [Name] is developing [his/her/their] English proficiency alongside [his/her/their] academic skills. [He/She/They] participates actively and uses available supports effectively.
99. [Name] has made strong gains in English this year. [He/She/They] communicates with growing confidence and is developing the academic language needed for next year's work.
100. [Name] demonstrates real effort in English language development. [He/She/They] has made measurable progress this year and enters next year with stronger vocabulary and communication skills.

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Subject-specific skill comments

101. [Name] has mastered addition and subtraction within 20 and is ready to extend this work to larger numbers next year.
102. [Name] has developed strong reading fluency this year and reads with expression and accuracy at grade level.
103. [Name] demonstrates solid phonics skills and applies [his/her/their] decoding knowledge independently when approaching unfamiliar words.
104. [Name] has developed a strong sight word bank this year and reads familiar texts with increasing confidence.
105. [Name] excels at fractions and demonstrates a solid conceptual understanding that goes beyond procedures.
106. [Name] is a strong writer in the narrative genre. Expanding [his/her/their] skills in informational and opinion writing will be a focus for next year.
107. [Name] demonstrates solid measurement skills and applies [his/her/their] understanding accurately across problem types.
108. [Name] has built a strong vocabulary this year and uses new words accurately in writing and discussion.
109. [Name] has developed [his/her/their] ability to read and interpret charts, graphs, and data — a skill that will be valuable across subjects next year.
110. [Name] has made significant gains in writing conventions this year. [He/She/They] applies capitalization and punctuation rules with increasing consistency.
111. [Name] demonstrates strong number sense, particularly around place value and mental math strategies.
112. [Name] has developed strong skills in close reading and text annotation. [He/She/They] supports [his/her/their] thinking with evidence from the text.

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Short, adaptable closers

These work as standalone comments for minimal-comment report cards or as closing sentences to add to any of the above.

113. [Name] has had a strong year and is well-prepared for what comes next.
114. It has been a pleasure having [Name] in class.
115. [Name] should be proud of the growth [he/she/they] made this year.
116. [Name] is ready for next year's challenges.
117. I look forward to hearing great things about [Name] as [he/she/they] moves on.
118. [Name] enters next year with a strong foundation and the habits to build on it.
119. This has been a great year for [Name], and [he/she/they] is leaving [grade] with more than [he/she/they] came in with.
120. [Name] has worked hard this year. That effort will carry [him/her/them] a long way.

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Want comments that sound like you wrote them?

Copy-paste comments get the job done, but risk sounding generic. If you want a comment that references what a specific student actually did this year (the project they worked hardest on, the skill that finally clicked, the way they show up in class), Brisk's Create Anything tool can generate one in seconds.

Here's how it works. Open a Google Doc with Brisk installed, pull up Create Anything, and give it a prompt like:

"Write a 3-sentence end-of-year report card comment for a 3rd grader named Maya. She made strong progress in reading fluency this year, struggles with self-confidence during math, and is kind and collaborative with her classmates."

Brisk can generate a full report card comment based on those details. You review it and adjust to your liking!

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