Data Collection
and Analysis
Translating complex information
into clear, actionable insights.
Data You Can Trust.
Evidence That Informs.
Clear data is powerful data. Our team specializes in gathering and analyzing educational data using both quantitative and qualitative methods, turning it into insightful, practical guidance. We work with schools, districts, state agencies, and education organizations to collect the right information, interpret it meaningfully, and use it to drive effective, data-informed decisions.
“We translate complexity into clarity so you can focus on what works for students.”
Director Trudy Cherasaro, PhD
What Clients are Saying
“As a small district and school, [the 5D Data Analysis Process] has been invaluable in helping our staff understand the value that data can have in providing the best learning activities for our students.”
“Looking at data is difficult, and this training made it accessible to everyone.”
“By digging deep into literacy-related data, we were able to identify strengths and weaknesses, set literacy goals, use the analysis outcomes to guide professional development plans, and make literacy coach efforts with teachers more meaningful.”
“[What I found most useful was] creating meaningful representations of data to drive actions within the classroom.”
Data Collection and Analysis Blog Posts
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