Ahmadi, Cole, & Associates Consulting

We consult and conduct high quality and rigorous education research, evaluation, & assessment in K-12 schools, community colleges, and universities

Empowering Insights & Driving Decisions

Education evaluation research is vital for understanding and improving educational practices and policies. By assessing programs and interventions, it provides insights into their effectiveness, guiding educators, administrators, and policymakers in making informed decisions that enhance student outcomes and resource utilization. With expertise across various sectors in education, higher education, and law, we focus on rigorous methodologies to evaluate programs in various education settings, from k12 districts to community colleges to 4-year universities.

We are driven by the transformative potential of data-driven decision-making, as each evaluation highlights the experiences of students and educators. We aim to share findings that promote continuous improvement in education, believing that every story—success or failure—can inspire future learning. Evaluation research fosters reflection and growth, contributing to a more equitable and effective education for all.

Meet our team

Tr’Vel Lyons, Ph.D.

Senior Research Consultant

Mabel Hernandez, Ph.D.

Senior Research Consultant

Tr'Vel Lyons

Qualitative, & Mixed Methods Research Scientist

Mabel Hernandez

Quantitative, Qualitative, & Mixed Methods Research Scientist

Shafiqa Ahmadi, J.D.

Co-Founder & President

Legal Scholar, Qualitative, & Mixed Methods Research Scientist

Darnell Cole, Ph.D.

Co-Founder & President

Quantitative, Qualitative, & Mixed Methods Research Scientist