Student Information Systems in Indiana

Student Information Systems in Indiana

Student information systems (SIS) are essential software applications that help educational institutions manage student data, including demographics, enrollment, attendance, grades, and more. In Indiana, several SIS platforms are used across K-12 schools and higher education institutions. Here's a comprehensive list of student information systems utilized in Indiana:

K-12 Student Information Systems

Indiana DOE Ed-Fi Certified Systems

The Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) has implemented the Data Exchange project using Ed-Fi technology standards to streamline data transfer between schools and the state. These Ed-Fi certified systems can automatically transfer data to the IDOE rather than requiring manual submissions:

  1. Harmony School Management

    • Developed by Logic Key, Inc.
    • Used in over 100 school corporations across Indiana for more than 16 years
    • Specifically designed for Indiana schools
    • Ed-Fi certified for Indiana Data Exchange
    • Harmony School Management

  2. Gradelink

    • Web-based SIS that requires no special equipment to purchase or maintain
    • Indiana Ed-Fi certified for Data Exchange
    • Includes features such as one-click submission for all data and immediate status confirmation from IDOE
    • Gradelink Indiana Data Exchange

  3. PowerSchool

    • Comprehensive SIS platform
    • Ed-Fi certified
    • Used by many districts in Indiana
    • PowerSchool SIS

  4. Skyward

  5. RDS (Regional Data Services)

    • Used by numerous Indiana school corporations
    • Provides student management, parent access, and online registration
    • RDS Student Management

  6. Infinite Campus

    • Comprehensive K-12 student information system
    • Ed-Fi certified
    • Used by several Indiana districts
    • Infinite Campus

  7. Jupiter SIS

    • Ed-Fi certified for both Data Standard v4 and Suite 3
    • Used by schools in Indiana
    • Listed on the Ed-Fi certification registry

  8. Tyler Technologies SIS

    • Ed-Fi certified for Data Standard v4 (in Texas, with availability expanding)

Other K-12 Systems Used in Indiana

  1. K12 Online School Platform

    • Used by Indiana Digital Learning School (INDLS)
    • Used by Indiana Gateway Digital Academy
    • K12 Online School

  2. Alma

    • Cloud-based student information system
    • Provides learning management tools alongside SIS features

  3. Blackbaud Student Information System

    • Used primarily by private K-12 schools in Indiana

Higher Education Student Information Systems

  1. Indiana University Student Information System (SIS)

    • Central system for managing student records at all IU campuses
    • Handles admissions, financial aid, registration, advising, and more
    • IU Student Information System

  2. Student Center (SIS)

    • Student-facing portal for Indiana University's SIS
    • Allows students to view grades, transcripts, schedules, and financial information
    • IU Student Center

Indiana Data Exchange Initiative

The Indiana Department of Education has implemented the Ed-Fi Data Standards and Technology Suite as the foundation of its Data Exchange project. This initiative aims to improve data transfer between schools and the IDOE through:

  • Ed-Fi Operational Data Store and API
  • Identities API for STN (Student Test Number) and SPN (School Personnel Number) management
  • Master Data Management (MDM) for school, corporation, and network configurations
  • Data Exchange Validation Portal
  • Data Exchange API for student and educator data transfer

Schools must use an Ed-Fi certified student information system to connect with the Indiana Data Exchange. The IDOE began implementation with SIS vendors and pilot schools in May 2020, with all data components required to be submitted and certified via Data Exchange for the 2021-22 school year.

State Ed-ID Portal

The Indiana Department of Education also maintains the Ed-ID system, which issues education IDs to students in various educational settings, including early childhood, pre-K, and K-12, as well as to educators. This system helps track student data across different educational environments.

This list represents the major student information systems used across Indiana's educational institutions. Each system offers different features and capabilities to meet the specific needs of schools and districts throughout the state.