Education Trust

the education trust promotes high academic achievement for all students at all levels—pre-kindergarten through college. our goal is to close the gaps in opportunity and achievement that consign far too many young people—especially those from low-income families or who are black, latino, or american indian—to lives on the margins of the american mainstream. although many organizations speak up for the adults employed by schools and colleges, we speak up for students, especially those whose needs and potential are often overlooked. we evaluate every policy, every practice, and every dollar spent through a single lens: what is right for students. we work alongside educators, parents, students, policymakers, and civic and business leaders in communities across the country, providing practical assistance in their efforts to transform schools and colleges into institutions that serve all students well. we analyze local, state, and national data and use what we learn to help build broader und