This project evaluates and scales composite education indices in Pakistan, focusing on the District Performance Score (DPS), Intra-District Performance Score (IDPS), School Status Index (SSI), School Improvement Framework (SIF), and District Education Performance Index (DEPI). These indices, pivotal for ranking schools and districts, are designed to facilitate data-driven decision-making and equitable resource allocation. In particular, the study evaluates the design, validity, and alignment of these indices with international best practices and identifies barriers to scalability and optimal use through the IDRC Scaling Impact Framework. It further examines how indices integrate gender-sensitive metrics and address gender disparities and propose actionable recommendations to improve the design and utilization of these indices. This project aims to empower education systems with robust tools to improve accountability, equity, and data-driven reforms, transforming governance and outcomes across Pakistan.
