The National Center for Educational Statistics is a fantastic place to base your research in your chosen school district. There are three levels of data dashboards you can use to access different pieces of data:
In your group of two, try putting at least two search terms into one of the following databases. Don't forget to use AND and OR to combine your terms! Use your school district or mine.
If you're interested in economic factors, consider a sociology or economics database. Interested in the impact of language on educational attainment? I'd try an education or sociology database. Try something out and don't forget to check off the filter for peer reviewed articles!
Full text scholarly peer reviewed articles on education published from 1988 to present. Strong in the theoretical and sociological aspects of education as well as pedagogy.
Peer reviewed articles and reports in education policy, teaching, and history. Filter by student level or grade.
Scholarly and peer reviewed articles in sociology.
Scholarly journal articles, books, and working papers on economics.
Full-text peer-reviewed articles on gender, sex, and sexuality in history, sociology, psychology, education, art, and more.
Political science resources, including scholarly and peer reviewed journal articles and think tank reports. Covers international as well as U.S. topics and sources.