What Collaborative for Student Success does

Collaborative for Student Success is a United States non-profit advocacy organization operating as a project of the New Venture Fund and headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, with a four-person staff. The organization focuses on K-12 education policy advocacy, specifically promoting fact-based public discourse around high-quality instructional materials, transparent statewide assessment data, and federal recovery fund deployment for education. It primarily serves state and district education policymakers, K-12 educators, families, and national education advocacy organizations, with no direct revenue earned from products or services.

The organization's core offering is a portfolio of interconnected digital resource hubs: AssessmentHQ (launched 2019) provides state-by-state annual assessment data with trend analysis broken down by student demographics; CurriculumHQ (launched 2021) curates examples of high-quality instructional materials and aligned educator training; EduProgress (launched 2022, originally EduRecoveryHub) tracks state investments of federal recovery funds and hosts the Route K-12 podcast; and WeAreAllSolvers.org (launched May 2025) is a campaign site promoting math education and problem-solving. These digital platforms are supplemented by the Curriculum Catalyst and Civics Catalyst Fellowship programs, the Route K-12 podcast, and The Roundup newsletter. Distribution is free of charge via direct website access and through a coalition network of more than 30 national and state education partner organizations.

The business model is philanthropic: the organization does not sell products or services and discloses no pricing. Funding derives from charitable contributions, grants, and donations to the New Venture Fund parent, with specific donor concentration not publicly disclosed. The go-to-market motion is community-led and event-driven, organized around coalition statements (notably responses to 2025 NAEP math results), state-level policy decisions (such as California's adoption of a high-quality math instructional materials list), and high-visibility advocacy campaigns (such as a 2026 governors' coalition urging the AAP to issue early math guidance). Notable customers and stakeholders referenced include state education agencies, school districts, the California State Board of Education (5.5 million students affected), and a governors' coalition spanning Rhode Island, Maryland, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, and North Carolina.

Name

Collaborative for Student Success

Legal name

Collaborative for Student Success

Website

https://forstudentsuccess.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Collaborative for Student Success is a non-profit K-12 education policy advocacy organization operating AssessmentHQ, CurriculumHQ, EduProgress, and WeAreAllSolvers.org digital resource hubs and a 30+ organization coalition, funded by philanthropic grants as a project of the New Venture Fund.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Education Policy Advocacy

NAICS

Educational Support Services (611710), Educational Services (611), Educational Support Services (6117)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

K–12 Support & School Improvement Nonprofits (BPAGADAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

K–12 Digital Curriculum & Interactive Lessons (EDAGAEAA), Virtual Test Prep & Online Supplemental Instruction (K–12) (EDAJADAI), Online Nonprofit Universities (EDAHALAK)

Keywords

• K-12 education policy advocacy
• High-quality instructional materials
• State assessment data transparency
• Math education reform
• Education coalition building

Headquarters

HQ city

Washington

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations

Revenue model

1. Philanthropic Grants and Donations: As a non-profit organization and project of the New Venture Fund, the Collaborative for Student Success is funded through charitable contributions, grants, and donations from foundations and individuals supporting K-12 education policy advocacy.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The Collaborative for Student Success is a non-profit advocacy organization that operates digital resource hubs and coalition networks to promote K-12 education policies and practices. Its core offerings are four interconnected digital platforms (AssessmentHQ, CurriculumHQ, EduProgress, and WeAreAllSolvers.org) that provide state-by-state information on assessments, instructional materials, federal recovery funds, and math education, delivered for free to policymakers, educators, families, and advocacy organizations.

Product overview

The Collaborative for Student Success is a non-profit organization offering a suite of interconnected digital platforms and programs focused on K-12 education improvement. The core portfolio consists of four digital hubs: AssessmentHQ (state assessment data and analysis), CurriculumHQ (high-quality instructional materials resources), EduProgress (federal recovery fund tracking), and We Are All Solvers (math education advocacy). These platforms are complemented by the Curriculum Catalyst Fellowship and Civics Catalyst Fellowship programs, along with the Route K-12 podcast and The Roundup newsletter. The organization functions as an education policy advocacy group rather than a traditional software product company, with all offerings designed to inform and amplify policies making a difference for students and families.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• EduProgress: Online resource platform offering information and insight on smart state investments of federal recovery funds to help students, teachers, and families. Features the Route K-12 podcast.
• CurriculumHQ
• AssessmentHQ
• We Are All Solvers
• Route K-12
• The Roundup

Products and services

• AssessmentHQ An online tool that provides state-by-state information and commentary on annual statewide assessments, highlighting student performance results in English language arts (ELA) and mathematics by student demographics, with trend analysis. Aimed at policymakers, educators, and families seeking transparency on student outcomes.
• CurriculumHQ A hub of state curriculum resources offering examples on how states, districts, and schools are using high-quality instructional materials, along with information about aligned educator training to drive student growth. Targeted at state and district leaders, teachers, and curriculum directors.
• EduProgress (formerly EduRecoveryHub) An online platform offering information and insight on smart state investments of federal recovery funds, featuring expert-reviewed school recovery investments and the Route K-12 podcast. Designed for students, teachers, families, and policymakers seeking transparency on K-12 spending.
• We Are All Solvers (WeAreAllSolvers.org) A campaign site highlighting how states, districts, and communities are working to strengthen math education by promoting problem-solving, confidence, and access to high-quality learning. Features stories, resources, and promising practices aimed at educators, families, and communities.
• Curriculum Catalyst Fellowship A fellowship program supporting educators in advancing high-quality curriculum implementation across K-12 schools.
• Civics Catalyst Fellowship A fellowship program supporting civics education initiatives at the K-12 level.
• Route K-12 Podcast A podcast series exploring education recovery, K-12 policy, student achievement, and interviews with education leaders. Hosted by the Collaborative for Student Success.
• The Roundup Newsletter A weekly newsletter providing the latest news and commentary on K-12 policy, high-quality instructional materials, assessment, and ever-changing state and national education policy.

Quantifiable outcome

• Coalition of 30+ organizations signed onto 2025 NAEP response statement calling for action on math education
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature4 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Six Governors (RI, MD, CO, CT, DE, NC)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2026Led by Governors Daniel McKee (RI), Wes Moore (MD), Jared Polis (CO), Ned Lamont (CT), Matt Meyer (DE), and Josh Stein (NC) in coalition urging AAP to issue early math guidance.
• A+ Education PartnershipcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 September 2025Coalition partner in the statement on 2025 NAEP results calling for urgent action on math education. Part of a coalition of 30+ education organizations committed to improving student math achievement.
• EdTrust (Education Trust)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 September 2025Coalition partner working on educational equity and student achievement. Signed onto statement calling for action on 2025 NAEP results.
• Thomas B. Fordham InstitutecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 September 2025Coalition partner contributing to education policy advocacy around NAEP results and math achievement initiatives.
• ZearncoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 September 2025Coalition partner, EdTech organization focused on math education, signed onto NAEP response statement.
• ExcelinEdcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 September 2025Coalition partner focused on education policy improvement, part of the coordinated response to 2025 NAEP math results.
• Greater Washington Board of Trade (GWBOT)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 September 2025Business coalition partner emphasizing connection between math education and workforce development. Provided statement on math education's importance to economic competitiveness.
• TNTPcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 September 2025Education advocacy organization and coalition partner on NAEP response and math achievement initiatives.
• Bellwether Education PartnerscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 September 2025Past partner on Check State Plans project for independent peer review of state ESSA plans.
• Center for Education Market Dynamics (CEMD)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerResearch organization providing estimates that 650+ school districts will adopt new math materials following California's vote on high-quality instructional materials list.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• ExcelinEd: Education policy nonprofit founded by Jeb Bush advancing state-level K-12 reforms including instructional materials and assessment. Direct peer: fellow 2025 NAEP coalition partner working on overlapping math achievement initiatives.
• Bellwether Education Partners: National nonprofit advisory and research organization focused on K-12 education policy and practice. Direct peer: past Check State Plans partner and co-signed NAEP response, working on similar ESSA accountability and quality instructional materials advocacy.
• Thomas B. Fordham Institute: Education policy think tank producing research and advocacy on K-12 curriculum, instruction, and school reform. Direct peer: also a 2025 NAEP coalition partner and shares the Collaborative's focus on high-quality instructional materials and state policy.
• TNTP (The New Teacher Project): National nonprofit focused on teacher effectiveness and K-12 instructional quality. Direct peer: 2025 NAEP coalition partner sharing focus on teacher access to high-quality instructional materials and instructional time.
• 50CAN: Education advocacy nonprofit supporting state-level campaigns for K-12 reform including high-quality curriculum and assessment. Direct peer: comparable model of operating through state-level advocacy organizations on K-12 policy issues.
• EdTrust (Education Trust): National education advocacy nonprofit focused on educational equity and student achievement for students of color and low-income students. Direct peer: signed onto the same 2025 NAEP coalition response and shares the Collaborative's K-12 policy advocacy mission.

Emerging players

• Zearn: Nonprofit EdTech organization providing math curriculum and learning software to K-12 schools. Emerging player/partner: shared coalition partner on 2025 NAEP response and overlapping math achievement focus, though Zearn operates as a curriculum product rather than advocacy platform.

Broad incumbents

• New America Foundation (Education Policy): Think tank with a major education policy program covering early childhood through higher education. Broad incumbent: overlaps with the Collaborative's K-12 policy work but as part of a wider policy portfolio including higher education and workforce.
• Center for American Progress (Education): Progressive public policy think tank with a K-12 education team addressing equity, funding, and standards. Broad incumbent: addresses similar K-12 policy issues from a different political lens, operating at the federal/state policy interface.
• EdChoice: Education policy organization focused on school choice, scholarship programs, and parental empowerment in K-12. Adjacent peer: operates in the same K-12 policy advocacy space with a broader portfolio including choice mechanisms alongside instructional quality issues.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/forstudentsuccess
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCg2WC3aP3RLN1VvCmE5iT8g
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/collaborative-for-student-success

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Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries6 records

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