ThePrint Chandigarh tops, Meghalaya at bottom of Centre’s school education performance grading index
Jun 19, 2025
Delve into the intriguing findings of India's Performance Grading Index, which highlights stark educational disparities across states. Chandigarh shines at the top, showcasing effective school systems, while Meghalaya struggles with significant challenges. The discussion uncovers key areas such as learning outcomes and infrastructure deficits, calling for urgent reforms in underperforming regions. Join the conversation that examines the future of education in India!
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Chandigarh Tops, Meghalaya Bottoms
- Chandigarh leads India's school education ranking with a score of 703, while Meghalaya scores lowest at 417.9.
- No state or UT achieved top 4 grades, showing broad scope for educational improvement.
Education Grading Domains Explained
- The Performance Grading Index measures school education on six domains with a 1000-point scale.
- Learning outcomes, access, infrastructure, equity, governance, and teacher training are key evaluation areas.
Performance Gaps and Declines Noted
- Significant performance gaps exist: highest score is 719, lowest is 417, a 302-point difference.
- Several states including Bihar and Tamil Nadu have seen declines, highlighting areas needing targeted efforts.