Get Started with Ed-Fi

It’s possible that your state or school district are already powered by Ed-Fi. Find out by reviewing the list of Ed-Fi Community Members, these are organizations that have an Ed-Fi license.

Every month, new technology platforms adopt the Ed-Fi Data Standard. Your district might be already using software powered by Ed-Fi.

Compile a list of the technology you’re currently using. Then check our growing list of partners that have certified their products on the Ed-Fi Data Standard. 

Don’t see your vendor listed? Email us at [email protected] and we can help with next steps.

Ed-Fi is elegantly simple, but integrating it seamlessly with your various software platforms may require an expert. You might consider working with a seasoned Ed-Fi integrator.

• Download our sample RFP (Request for Proposals) to ensure you find a great system integrator
• View our network of partners and integrators

To implement Ed-Fi, you’ll need an official Ed-Fi license (read more in the next step below). You’ll want to share the Sample Ed-Fi License with your legal department.

You can deploy Ed-Fi in several ways:

• Your own data center
• Cloud ODS
• Microsoft Azure Platform
• Amazon Web Services

To learn more and pick the right option, check out the Ed-Fi Tech Docs knowledge base. Your IT expert will be helpful in this process.