Indian 1:1 tutoring platform Filo Driving Academic Success in US Classrooms: Johns Hopkins Study

In a groundbreaking development for the Indian edtech sector, an instant tutoring platform built in India is transforming education outcomes in the United States. A recent study conducted by Johns Hopkins University has confirmed that Filo, an instant 1-on-1 tutoring platform, is driving measurable academic improvements among underserved students in Jefferson County Public Schools, Birmingham, Alabama.

The study highlights a significant boost in academic performance among students who used Filo’s instant tutoring service. Male students enrolled in the program outperformed their peers by 14 points, while African American students saw an 11-point improvement. These two groups, which make up 70% of the student population in the district, have historically faced systemic educational disadvantages.

By providing round-the-clock, on-demand tutoring, Filo is effectively bridging learning gaps and reinforcing the importance of personalized education. This impact is particularly significant as it aligns with the core principles of India’s National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which emphasizes competency-based, flexible, and personalized learning.

Filo’s success in Alabama validates India’s growing influence in global education policy and innovation. The platform’s real-time tutoring model has already transformed learning outcomes for millions of students in rural India by instantly matching them using AI with the right tutors. Now, its effectiveness in the U.S. signals a paradigm shift—one where Indian education technology is setting global benchmarks.

The study from Johns Hopkins, along with statistical reports from other impact studies, validates Filo as one of the very few platforms demonstrating measurable learning gains across multiple education systems. This positions India as a thought leader in education technology and policy.

Filo’s patented instant tutoring platform connects students with expert tutors in real time, offering personalized academic support at any hour of the day. This innovative model ensures that students, regardless of location or economic background, receive quality education tailored to their needs.

Speaking on the study’s findings, Rohit Kumar, Co-founder of Filo, emphasized the significance of this milestone: "This study reaffirms what we at Filo have always believed—instant, personalized learning has the power to transform education at scale. Seeing an Indian-built solution drive measurable impact in US classrooms is not just a milestone for us, but for the future of global education. This is a testament to the power of technology in breaking learning barriers, and we’re just getting started." The success of Filo not only highlights the potential of real-time tutoring powered by AI but also strengthens India’s role in shaping international education policies. With NEP 2020 serving as the guiding framework, Indian edtech companies are now demonstrating how scalable, adaptive learning models can be implemented effectively worldwide.

“The National Education Policy (NEP 2020) has been the guiding light in shaping Filo’s approach to leveraging technology for personalized, just-in-time peer tutoring. By aligning with its vision, we have been able to drive meaningful learning outcomes across India, Middle East, and USA, making high-quality education more accessible and effective globally,” said Shashank Singhal, Director of Filo.

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