New York State Education Department

About New York State Education Department

The New York State Education Department (NYSED) is the state government agency responsible for overseeing Pre-K through 12 education, higher education, and various professional licensing programs in New York. It operates within the University of the State of New York (USNY) and administers standards, assessments, curricula, accountability, and data reporting across New York State. NYSED coordinates educational policy, supports educators and students, and manages programs spanning adult education, career and technical education, and cultural institutions in Albany, New York. It serves as a central hub for education governance, regulation, and public information for the state.