Colyn G. Ritter is a Research Analyst at EdChoice, where he studies school choice, public opinion data, and other education related topics. As part of the Research team, he authors original research and writing, analyzes polling data, and designs statewide and national surveys of K-12 parents and school leaders. His research interests lie in school safety’s impact on the K-12 education landscape, the public’s awareness of private school choice programs, understanding the relationships between various stakeholders in K-12 education through public opinion data, and ongoing implementation efforts for private school choice programs.
Colyn’s work has featured on the EdChoice blog, as well as a variety of other opinion and education related outlets like The 74, RealClearEducation, Fox News, and The Hill. Colyn taught ACT crash courses to St. Louis area teens, worked as a survey programmer, as well as worked in the School of Social Work at Saint Louis University. He received a bachelor’s degree from Saint Louis University in Accounting and Sports Business.
Favorite Quote
“Show me a completely smooth operation and I’ll show you someone who’s covering mistakes. Real boats rock.” – Dune
Favorite Teacher/Class
Philosophy
High School Mascot
Bulldog
Favorite Pastimes
Playing pickup basketball, listening to Mac Miller and watching the Yankees underperform
Inspiration for Joining the Educational Choice Movement
As I reflect on my education growing up, I feel very fortunate. We had options, as a family, and I believe having those educational options should be a reality for every family and child.