After New York City school leaders overhauled literacy instruction, educators had hoped to see the changes reflected in higher test scores. Last year, the scores did improve, jumping seven points on the state’s reading exams. About half of the students demonstrated proficiency on reading exams, the city’s school system announced on Friday. Taken over two days, the state tests evaluate reading comprehension and include multiple-choice questions and writing. The post Reading Scores Drop for N.Y.C.