Literacy is defined as:

An individual's ability to read, write, and speak in English, and compute and solve problems at levels of proficiency necessary to function on the job and in society, to achieve one's goals, and develop one's knowledge and potential.

The Greater Hartford Literacy Council has done an excellent job of compiling information pertaining to literacy in Connecticut. A link to their report may be found here.

Statistical Reports

Measuring Success
www.motheread.org/research.htm

National Institute for Literacy (NIFL)
www.nifl.gov/nifl/facts/facts_overview.html