Danielle Johnson
Strategic Analytics Manager
Danielle Johnson serves as Strategic Analytics Manager at the Center for Outcomes Based Contracting at the Southern Education Foundation, where she leads the development of tools, data systems, and reporting structures that help districts and agencies implement and scale outcomes based contracts. She partners with internal teams and district leaders to transform data into actionable insights that strengthen provider effectiveness, inform resource allocation, and improve student outcomes. Danielle brings nearly 20 years of experience in K–12 public education, most recently as Director of Reporting and Accountability at Denver Public Schools, where she guided district wide data strategy, advised senior leaders on academic policy, and led cross-functional initiatives to close equity gaps. A long-time advocate for student-centered systems, she combines technical expertise with a deep commitment to expanding opportunity for students of color.