Information leads to action, and action leads to systemic change. When given access to trusted school information, we believe parents, educators, advocates, and policymakers can and will take action to support high-quality educational opportunities and diminish systemic inequities.

The effects of systemic oppression, racism, and prejudice persist today, as children from historically marginalized communities continue to face unjust barriers to success. The voices of these students and their families should be elevated to inform change and demand culturally responsive learning environments where every child feels affirmed and welcomed.

Strong relationships between schools and families are rooted in trust — and trust starts with transparency. Giving families access to rich, disaggregated data builds knowledge, expands thinking, and strengthens positive communication among families, educators, and schools.

It is possible and imperative that we learn more about the outstanding and equitable practices of schools. We believe we can find them — and elevate an aspirational view of schools and systems to build a deeper understanding of success from which to learn and make decisions.

Students need to learn, build academic and social-emotional skills and knowledge, and progress from year to year. Education should instill a strong sense of self in all children and value their unique abilities and identities.

GreatSchools is the leading nonprofit providing high-quality information that supports parents pursuing a great education for their child, schools striving for excellence, and communities working to diminish inequities in education. Over 49 million users visit the award-winning website each year to learn about schools in their area, explore research insights, and access thousands of evidence-based parenting resources to support their child’s learning and well-being.

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