GreatSchools solutions blog

From real estate and ed-tech businesses to school and district leaders, this resource hub shares insights on school data, parent perspectives, and outreach strategies that support informed decisions and stronger connections with families.

School Marketing

Why your school needs more parent reviews (and how to get them)

When families are choosing a school, they’re not just comparing programs and test scores. They’re trying to answer the questions that matter day-to-day: Will my child feel supported? Is communication strong? What’s the community like?

That’s why parent voice is so powerful — and why reviews play an increasingly important role in enrollment....

School Marketing

6 tips for a successful GreatSchools review campaign

GreatSchools reviews play a powerful role in how families understand schools, compare options, and build trust in what they see online. While Community Reviews do not factor into GreatSchools’ 1–10 ratings, a strong review presence helps provide context to published data and ensure your school profile reflects real experiences.

School Marketing

Google has removed school reviews — here's how to keep your school visible online

As of April 30, 2025, Google has permanently removed all reviews and ratings for K-12 schools from Google Maps and Business Profiles. Schools also won’t be able to receive new reviews moving forward.

Why this matters
For years, reviews have worked as digital word-of-mouth, helping parents understand a school’s environment, values, and community through firsthand experiences...

NearbySchools™ API

Image of a magnifying glass, two houses made of wood, and paper with charts.

10 tips to supercharge your real estate listings (plus a game-changing school data tool)

In today's competitive market, your property listings need to stand out from the crowd. With so many potential buyers looking at homes online, your property listings need to make a great first impression to capture attention and generate leads. The right combination of presentation, information, and...

NearbySchools™ API

Boost your real estate listings with school data: A game-changer for savvy realtors

As a realtor, you know that location is everything — and for many homebuyers, that includes proximity to quality schools. But how can you effectively showcase this crucial information on your website and listings? Enter the GreatSchools.org NearbySchools API, a powerful tool that can...

Enterprise Data Licensing

Image of school boundaries on a map.

Unlock the power of data: Tips for leveraging school performance datasets to drive business success

Data is the foundation of modern business success. In every industry, from real estate to education technology, savvy companies are leveraging data-driven insights to gain a competitive edge, enhance user experiences, and drive growth. Yet one often overlooked goldmine...

Advertising

A family hugging in front of a home.

Effective strategies for marketing to parents and families: How to advertise your business and reach your target audience

In today’s fast-paced market, advertising is essential to growing your business and reaching your target audience. Whether you're running a tutoring center, a children's clothing brand, or a family-friendly theme park, the right advertising strategy can make all the difference...

About our solutions

GreatSchools is a nonprofit dedicated to helping parents make informed decisions about their child’s education. To advance our mission, we partner with media, real estate, and technology companies to broaden our impact and reach.

NearbySchools™ API

This low-lift API solution offers your audience insight into K-12 schools nearest to a specified location.

Data Licensing

The most flexible and robust K-12 school performance data delivery solution GreatSchools has to offer.

Learn more

School Marketing

Reach parents and families with customizable advertising and marketing opportunities on GreatSchools.org.

Trusted by leading real estate websites across the nation.

Movoto logo
Zillow logo
Redfin logo
Realtor.com logo