This infographic shows examples of how three states, Massachusetts, Michigan, and Minnesota, integrate K–12, postsecondary, and workforce data to track college readiness, reduce remediation, and support equity goals.
Category: College and Career Readiness Indicators
Best Practices for Using Postsecondary Outcomes Data
This infographic Infographic summarizes five best practices for using postsecondary outcomes data: data-sharing culture, system linkages, tool development, capacity building, and communities of practice.
Building Better Outcomes: A DISTRICT PLAYBOOK FOR EFFECTIVE POSTSECONDARY DATA PRACTICE
This playbook offers practical steps to build a coherent, student-centered data ecosystem that informs decisions, closes gaps, and supports every learner’s journey to succeed in college, career, and life.
College in High School Evidence of Success
This page highlights national and state-level research showing dual and early college participants are more likely to succeed in postsecondary education. It emphasizes equitable implementation.
College in High School Programs and Data: Reporting and Using Dual Enrollment Data to Improve Equity
This report advocates for disaggregated dual enrollment data and transparency. It offers examples of state practices and recommendations for improving equity through reporting.
Creating College Pathways Before College: Lessons from New York City
This blog post is about nondegree credentials, which are growing in importance. States are working to improve data collection and reporting on these credentials to help students make informed decisions and enhance workforce outcomes.
Eight CCR-Related Survey Findings from School Leaders That Will Surprise You
This article highlights surprising insights from the RAND Corporation’s survey of school leaders on college and career readiness. It focuses on low data access, advising gaps, and barriers rooted in school-level capacity.
Ensuring College Readiness and Academic System Alignment for All Students
This guide and infographic provides actionable steps for improving college readiness across underserved communities using a seven-point framework and local partnerships.
Factors That Impact Hoosiers’ Decisions to Pursue Education and Training After High School.
This presentation highlights Indiana’s research and strategy to motivate students and adults to pursue postsecondary pathways by addressing cost misconceptions and enhancing messaging around careers and return on investment (ROI).