National Center for Research on Evaluation, Standards, and Student Testing

The National Center for Research on Evaluation, Standards, and Student Testing (CRESST) is a research organization that studies how to effectively assess student learning and educational quality. It focuses on developing fair, accurate, and meaningful ways to measure student progress, evaluate educational standards, and improve testing practices. CRESST’s work helps inform policymakers, educators, and researchers to ensure assessments support student growth and meet educational goals, ultimately aiming to enhance the quality of education systems and ensure all students have fair opportunities to succeed.