About the Center

The Washington School Research Center (WSRC) is an independent research and data analysis center located at Seattle Pacific University. The Center began in July 2000, funded through a gift from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Our mission is to conduct sound and objective research on student learning in the public schools, and to make the research findings available for educators, policy makers, and the general public for use in the improvement of schools. We believe that sound data and appropriate data analysis are vital components for the identification of school and classroom practices related to increased student academic achievement.

Center Activities

	Research Studies on Washington Education The WSRC conducts educational studies on various aspects of K-12 education in Washington, particularly in the area of the current school reform efforts. Suggestions for topics for study are welcomed from school district personnel and other educators.
	Research Findings Dissemination Research findings from studies are made available on line for educators and others interested in the results. In addition, speakers from the Center are available to talk to groups interested in the use of research for the improvement of schools and student learning.
	Recent Reports Our "Schedule Matters" report is now available under Technical Reports
	New Services Our new Touchstone Connection Project is now available. Just select "Touchstone Connection Project" from this page. This will allow users to view selected schools and districts on a scatterplot. This provides a strikingly clear visual of the school or district's "relative" achievement levels. The site can also be used to identify and connect to schools and districts around the state.

WSRC Location
3307 Third Avenue West, Suite #318
Seattle, Washington 98119

Contact Information
(206) 378-5377 - Main office
(206) 286-7393 - Fax

Back to top