Missouri public school districts collect "Where Our Graduates Go" data primarily through the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education’s (DESE) Missouri Comprehensive Data System (MCDS). Districts track post-graduation outcomes for high school graduates as part of the Missouri School Improvement Program (MSIP) accountability measures, focusing on college and career readiness. Data collection involves surveys, student self-reporting, and integration with the National Student Clearinghouse to verify postsecondary enrollment. Categories typically include four-year college, two-year college, technical/vocational training, military service, and employment. Districts administer follow-up surveys within 180 days post-graduation.