Institute of Education Sciences — ED's main agency for research, evaluation, and dissemination; statistics; and guidance to further evidence-based policy and practice.

National Center for Education Statistics — the main federal organization for collecting and analyzing education data.

National Assessment of Educational Progress — what America's students know and can do in academic subjects.

Policy and Program Studies Service — analyzes education policy and evaluates education programs.

Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education — innovative projects for improving postsecondary education.

National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research — research on the full inclusion, social integration, employment, and independent living of disabled individuals of all ages.

Organizations sponsored by the Office of Special Education Programs — research related to special education.

National Research and Dissemination Centers for Career and Technical Education — career and technical ed. information.