BRASIL, Davi do Socorro Barros2025-03-242016https://rigalileo.itegam.org.br/handle/123456789/858The research analyzed the application of the PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) methodology in six rural municipal schools in Manaus, aiming to improve student performance in the Basic Education Development Index (IDEB). The study focused on the environmental conditions of the schools and their influence on the teaching-learning process, using environmental diagnostic tools from the Áquila Institute. The results indicated that schools with adequate infrastructure performed better in external assessments, such as the Prova Brasil and the Student Performance Assessment (ADE). The research concluded that it is necessary to meet goal 7.18 of the National Education Plan to ensure an adequate school environment, especially in rural areas.Meio ambienteEducaçãoInstituto ÁquilaComunidade escolarIDEBpdf.Ciências Ambientais Educação