Council of the Great City Schools
Education Administration ProgramsUnited States501-1000 Employees
Based in the United States, the Council of the Great City Schools coordinates a coalition of 82 of the country’s largest urban public school systems aimed at improving education in inner-city communities. The organization works with its member districts to help schoolchildren meet high standards and become productive members of society. The council operates in the education administration field and focuses on collaborative solutions for urban education. Its primary customers are the urban districts that participate in its programs. The council employs hundreds of staff and serves as a nationwide organization that supports member districts in pursuing improved outcomes. In March 2026, CGCS launched the Safety & Security Framework to help districts create safe and welcoming school environments.