Our Corporate Profile

Pacific Metrics was founded in 2000 by a group of educators, assessment specialists and programming experts to provide specialized psychometric, software and content development services for statewide assessments. The company uses its expertise to create thoughtful and efficient solutions to test development and implementation and has achieved recognition as a leading developer of content, innovative Web-based assessments and online reporting services.

Our Mission

The mission of Pacific Metrics is to bring lasting improvements to the assessment and learning environment through the thoughtful use of technology. The company has achieved recognition for its technical work and for being a leading developer of innovative, customized, Web-based formative and summative assessments, learning systems, and online reporting tools—all vital services in today’s high-profile assessment environment. Pacific Metrics also delivers specialized psychometric, technical, software and content development services to state departments of education and organizations that develop, administer and score large-scale assessments.

Executive Team

Pacific Metrics is a privately held corporation founded in July 2000 by an executive team with many years of experience in large-scale assessment, psychometrics, and software development.

    Psychometrics
    Dr. Howard C. Mitzel, CEO and Co-Founder
    Technology
    Steven R. Chase, Chief Technology Officer and Co-Founder
    Business Development
    Stella Gibbs, Executive Vice President
    Program Management
    Bob Guerin, Vice President of Strategic Initiatives
    Content Development
    Leslie Mugan, Senior Director of Content Development and Programs

Assessment and Learning Services

Psychometric Services

A broad range of psychometric services, from consulting to technical design and evaluation.

Online Solutions

Custom Web-based learning and assessment software with unique online scoring and reporting tools.

Content Development

Development of test and curriculum content across all grades and subjects.

Scoring Services

Scoring management systems and automated scoring in multiple formats, including essay.

Technology Services

Modular, portable and transferable platform is rapidly tailored to fit learning and assessment needs.

Resource Center

View our resource offerings in our Resource Center.