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Education Data MCP Server

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This MCP server provides access to the Urban Institute's Education Data API, enabling easy access to education data with tools like Claude. It allows retrieval of detailed and aggregated education data.

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What is Education Data MCP Server?

This is an MCP (Model Context Protocol) server that allows access to the Urban Institute's Education Data API. It enables tools like Claude to easily retrieve and analyze education data.

How to use Education Data MCP Server?

First, clone the repository and install the dependencies. Then, build the server and make it available for npx. Finally, configure the MCP server in your Claude settings file, specifying the command and arguments to run the server.

Key features of Education Data MCP Server

  • Retrieve detailed education data via the get_education_data tool

  • Retrieve aggregated education data via the get_education_data_summary tool

  • Browse available endpoints via resources

  • Integration with Claude for natural language queries

Use cases of Education Data MCP Server

  • Analyzing school enrollment trends

  • Comparing school district performance

  • Accessing college and university data

  • Retrieving financial data for educational institutions

FAQ from Education Data MCP Server

What is the Education Data API?

The Urban Institute's Education Data API provides access to a wide range of education data, including school and district enrollment data, college and university data, assessment data, and financial data.

What is MCP?

MCP stands for Model Context Protocol. It's a protocol that allows tools like Claude to access external data and services.

How do I configure the server for Claude?

You need to add the server to your MCP settings configuration file, specifying the command and arguments to run the server. The exact location of this file depends on whether you are using the Claude Desktop App or Claude in VSCode.

What data levels are available?

The API is organized by levels such as schools, school-districts, and college-university.

What data sources are available?

The API includes data from sources such as CCD, IPEDS, and CRDC.