strategies to enhance the mathematical proficiency of underperforming high schools using data envelopment analysis

Over an extensive period spanning from distant times to the current era, education has consistently remained a focal point of human concern. throughout history, the educational institution bears greater significance relative to other social institutions. the significance of the primary educational system, due to its profound influence on individuals, has continuously garnered the attention of policymakers, planners, statements, and the general public. historically, primary education has held a significant status in relation to other educational programs due to its multifaceted advantages. the complexity of problems, the significant amount of information involved, the impact of external factors on performance, heightened global competition, the restrained availability of decision-making resources, and the occurrence of unexpected policy changes as a result of the passive approach to handling problems, serve as major indicators that underscore the necessity for a scientific approach to analyzing the efficacy of schools. the present study undertook an evaluation and analysis of 45 schools in iran, employing the network data envelopment analysis model. based on an extensive assessment of two schools, utilizing the two-stage efficient network method, the performance of the remaining 45 schools was assessed. the evaluation culminated in a ranking of the schools, achieved through a comprehensive integration of the network data envelopment analysis and the ap model.