IXL Learning acquires Evan-Moor Publishers

Oct 02, 2025•3 months ago

Acquiring Company

IXL Learning

Acquired Company

Evan-Moor Educational Publishers

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Description

IXL Learning has acquired Evan-Moor Educational Publishers, enhancing its reach in the publishing field. This acquisition aims to connect educators and families with a wider range of personalized learning tools. Evan-Moor's established reputation in educational resources for PreK-8 students complements IXL's offerings. The partnership marks a significant step forward for IXL Learning's growth in the education sector.

Company Information

Company

IXL Learning

Location

777 Mariners Island Boulevard

About

IXL Learning is an educational technology company founded in 1998, dedicated to enhancing learning through innovative technology. Headquartered near San Francisco, IXL has grown into a major player in the K-12 edtech sector, serving learners in all 50 U.S. states and 190 countries. The company maintains control over its product development with in-house teams, ensuring engaging and effective learning experiences. The flagship IXL Platform offers personalized learning in subjects such as math, language arts, science, social studies, and Spanish, utilizing adaptive technology to cater to each student's needs. IXL also provides a Real-Time Diagnostic tool for assessing proficiency, immersive language learning in 25 languages, and access to trusted tutors through its acquisition of Wyzant. Additionally, IXL offers a variety of educational resources, including Vocabulary.com and ABCya, as well as offline learning materials like math workbooks. With a mission to inspire lifelong learning, IXL Learning focuses on creating solutions that support diverse learners and educators worldwide.

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