Policy Evaluation and Research Center

We conduct educational research and evaluation on public policy-related issues through our Policy Evaluation and Research Center (PERC).

PERC is led by Senior Vice President Michael T. Nettles, along with research colleagues throughout ETS and members of the special studies centers in the Research & Development division. PERC also recruits distinguished outside experts in the field of educational policy and research.

PERC's mission includes the following:

• focus on topics that are prominent on the agendas of national, state and local governments and educational institutions
• apply research findings to craft policy and program ideas for educational improvement
• publish and disseminate reports that increase understanding of education challenges and promote improvement of education and education policies

PERC performs extensive policy research and program evaluation. Our researchers focus on improving the quality of instruction in schools, closing achievements gaps for underrepresented populations and investigating factors that adversely affect student progress at all levels. PERC also convenes symposiums that bring together leading scholars and practitioners to engage the public in addressing complex challenges in education. PERC's clients include schools and colleges, foundations, professional associations, education organizations, state and federal research and education agencies, and private corporations.

Contact the Policy Evaluation and Research Center

If you have questions or would like to learn more about PERC, please contact us by:

Email:

PERC-WEB@ets.org

Phone:

1-609-734-5504

Mail:

Educational Testing Service
Attention: Policy Evaluation and Research Center
Rosedale Road, MS19-R
Princeton, NJ 08541