Fordham Mission

The Thomas B. Fordham Institute is America's leading source of analysis, commentary and purposeful action in pursuit of educational excellence for every child.  

Nationally and in our home state of Ohio, we advance:

• High standards for schools, students and educators;  
• Quality education options for families;
• A more productive, equitable and efficient education system; and
• A culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and excellence.

We promote education reform by:

• Producing rigorous policy research and incisive analysis;
• Building coalitions with policy makers, donors, organizations and others who share our vision; and
• Advocating bold solutions and comprehensive responses to education challenges, even when opposed by powerful interests and timid establishments.