Criteria:

Learning conditions (30% of the total assessment)

The number of levels in the school, the average number of students in a class, the ratio of students to staff teachers, the presence and number of tutors, social teachers, the possibility of individualization of the learning process, the availability of additional education programs, sections, clubs, etc. for a fuller disclosure of talents and potential of students are taken into account. Conditions of remedial work, the ratio of students who moved to the next level of education, the turnover of students, as well as the turnover of teaching staff. Possibility of conducting classes in English (or other recognized international languages). Teaching staff (winners of national and international competitions, academic degrees and scientific titles, level of financial remuneration and moral and professional satisfaction, etc.) This category evaluates schools on the quality of teaching and learning that takes place in the classroom.

 This includes factors such as the effectiveness of teaching methods, the use of assessment to support learning, and the availability of resources and support for students. Curriculum and Resources: This category assesses schools on the quality and relevance of their curriculum and the availability and suitability of resources and facilities that are used to support learning. This includes factors such as the relevance of the curriculum to the school's goals and the availability of technology and other resources to support teaching, and learning.

Academic performance (30% of the total grade)

This criterion includes the percentage of graduates who successfully passed the ORT, including those with the highest scores. The average score of graduates in state exams, average score according to the results of the National Center for Testing. Participation in national and international Olympiads.      This category evaluates schools on the extent to which their students are achieving their learning goals and progressing academically. This includes factors such as students' test scores, their performance in external examinations and their progress over time.

Environment ( 25% of the total assessment)

Availability of the building, availability of a sufficient number of classes, ratio of the total area to the number of students, ratio of the teaching area to the number of students, availability of a sports hall, sports equipped ground, availability of classrooms with computers, availability of Wi-Fi network with sufficient speed, availability of necessary laboratories, availability of rooms for extracurricular communication and work, availability of canteens and the possibility of feeding different groups of students. Transportation accessibility of the school. Safe environment. Friendly Environment. This category evaluates schools on the quality and safety of their physical environment, including factors such as the condition and maintenance of school buildings and facilities and the availability of appropriate resources and support to keep students safe

 Accessibility and leadership (15% of total score)

Competitive enrollment, tuition costs and assistance options for different groups of students, proportion of students on grants or at reduced cost. Inclusiveness. Educational opportunities for children with special needs. School Leadership and Management: This category evaluates schools on the effectiveness of their leadership and management, including factors such as the school's vision and mission, the effectiveness of communication and collaboration within the school, and the availability of support and resources for teachers and staff.