| MSIP Advanced Questionnaire |
| Secondary Students Frequency Distribution Report |
| TRENTON MIDDLE, TRENTON R-IX School District |
| What is your sex? (I am a: boy/girl) |
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| SEC1 | Frequency | Percent |
| MALE | 91 | 48.92 |
| FEMALE | 95 | 51.08 |
| Frequency Missing = 1 |
| What grade are you in? | ||
| SEC2 | Frequency | Percent |
| 6TH | 1 | 0.54 |
| 7TH | 102 | 54.84 |
| 8TH | 82 | 44.09 |
| 9TH | 1 | 0.54 |
| Frequency Missing = 1 |
| Which best describes you? | ||
| SEC3 | Frequency | Percent |
| WHITE | 167 | 89.78 |
| BLACK | 1 | 0.54 |
| ASIAN/ORIENTAL | 1 | 0.54 |
| AMERICAN INDIAN | 2 | 1.08 |
| HISPANIC | 5 | 2.69 |
| MULTI-RACIAL | 10 | 5.38 |
| Frequency Missing = 1 |
| How far in school did your mother go? |
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| SEC4 | Frequency | Percent |
| UNDER 8TH | 2 | 1.09 |
| FINISHED 8TH | 10 | 5.43 |
| H.S. GRAD | 43 | 23.37 |
| POST SECONDARY | 29 | 15.76 |
| COLLEGE GRAD | 57 | 30.98 |
| DON T KNOW | 43 | 23.37 |
| Frequency Missing = 3 |
| How far in school did your father go? |
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| SEC5 | Frequency | Percent |
| 1 | 1 | 0.54 |
| 2 | 5 | 2.69 |
| 3 | 59 | 31.72 |
| 4 | 22 | 11.83 |
| 5 | 33 | 17.74 |
| 6 | 66 | 35.48 |
| Frequency Missing = 1 |
| How many days of school did you miss last month? |
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| SEC6 | Frequency | Percent |
| NONE | 137 | 73.26 |
| 1 OR 2 DAYS | 33 | 17.65 |
| 3 OR 4 DAYS | 9 | 4.81 |
| 5 TO 10 DAYS | 6 | 3.21 |
| MORE THAN 10 DAYS | 2 | 1.07 |
| How many hours of television do you usually watch each day? |
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| SEC7 | Frequency | Percent |
| ONE HR. OR LESS | 61 | 32.62 |
| TWO HRS. | 53 | 28.34 |
| THREE HRS. | 37 | 19.79 |
| FOUR HRS. | 12 | 6.42 |
| FIVE HRS. | 9 | 4.81 |
| SIX + HRS. | 15 | 8.02 |
| What is the one thing that is likely to take the largest share of your time in the year after you leave high school? |
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| SEC8 | Frequency | Percent |
| WORK FULL-TIME | 21 | 11.29 |
| TWO YEAR SCHOOL | 13 | 6.99 |
| FOUR YEAR SCHOOL | 99 | 53.23 |
| MILITARY | 22 | 11.83 |
| OTHER | 31 | 16.67 |
| Frequency Missing = 1 |
| Which of the following best describes your grades so far in school? |
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| SEC9 | Frequency | Percent |
| A | 47 | 25.41 |
| A & B | 66 | 35.68 |
| B | 23 | 12.43 |
| B & C | 26 | 14.05 |
| C | 7 | 3.78 |
| C & D | 11 | 5.95 |
| D | 2 | 1.08 |
| BELOW D | 3 | 1.62 |
| Frequency Missing = 2 |
| How much time do you usually spend on homework each day? |
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| SEC10 | Frequency | Percent |
| NONE ASSIGNED | 7 | 3.78 |
| DON T DO IT | 2 | 1.08 |
| 1/2 HR. OR LESS | 36 | 19.46 |
| ONE HOUR | 89 | 48.11 |
| TWO HOURS | 36 | 19.46 |
| MORE THAN 2 HRS | 15 | 8.11 |
| Frequency Missing = 2 |
| About how many hours per week do you usually work in a part-time job? Exclude summer vacation time. |
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| SEC11 | Frequency | Percent |
| NONE | 153 | 82.26 |
| UNDER 6 HRS. | 18 | 9.68 |
| 6 TO 10 HRS. | 11 | 5.91 |
| 11 TO 15 HRS. | 1 | 0.54 |
| 21 TO 25 HRS. | 1 | 0.54 |
| MORE THAN 25 | 2 | 1.08 |
| Frequency Missing = 1 |
| How would you describe the quality of education available to you in this school? |
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| SEC12 | Frequency | Percent |
| EXCELLENT | 37 | 19.79 |
| GOOD | 76 | 40.64 |
| AVERAGE | 57 | 30.48 |
| BELOW AVERAGE | 8 | 4.28 |
| POOR | 9 | 4.81 |
| How many hours each week do you usually spend in extra-curricular activities associated with school? - excluding sports? |
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| SEC13 | Frequency | Percent |
| NONE | 72 | 38.50 |
| 1 TO 2 HRS. | 39 | 20.86 |
| 3 TO 5 HRS. | 23 | 12.30 |
| 6 TO 10 HRS. | 19 | 10.16 |
| 11 TO 15 HRS. | 19 | 10.16 |
| 16 TO 20 HRS. | 9 | 4.81 |
| MORE THAN 20 | 6 | 3.21 |
| I use computers in school: Daily; Several times a week; Once a week; Once every two weeks; Infrequently; Not at all. |
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| SEC14 | Frequency | Percent |
| Daily | 16 | 8.60 |
| Several Times/wk | 47 | 25.27 |
| Once a week | 18 | 9.68 |
| Once 2/wks | 5 | 2.69 |
| Infrequently | 75 | 40.32 |
| Not at all | 25 | 13.44 |
| Frequency Missing = 1 |
| Which of the following best describes the high school program you will complete? |
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| SEC15 | Frequency | Percent |
| College prep. | 101 | 54.59 |
| Voc./ tech. | 32 | 17.30 |
| General | 52 | 28.11 |
| Frequency Missing = 2 |
| Talk to one of your parents about your experiences in school. |
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| SEC16A | Frequency | Percent |
| Not at all | 20 | 10.75 |
| Rarely | 38 | 20.43 |
| Occasionally | 63 | 33.87 |
| Regularly | 65 | 34.95 |
| Frequency Missing = 1 |
| Talk to one of your parents about your plans for high school. |
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| sec16b | Frequency | Percent |
| Not at all | 44 | 23.66 |
| Rarely | 65 | 34.95 |
| Occasionally | 58 | 31.18 |
| Regularly | 19 | 10.22 |
| Frequency Missing = 1 |
| Talk to one of your parents about your plans for after high school. |
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| SEC16C | Frequency | Percent |
| Not at all | 27 | 14.52 |
| Rarely | 49 | 26.34 |
| Occasionally | 67 | 36.02 |
| Regularly | 43 | 23.12 |
| Frequency Missing = 1 |
| Data Collected in Fall, 2002 |
| Tables Posted April 15, 2005 |
| Mo Dept of Elementary & Secondary Education |
| MSIP Advanced Questionnaire |
| Secondary Students Frequency Distribution Report |
| TRENTON MIDDLE, TRENTON R-IX School District |
| Strongly Agree |
Agree | Neutral | Disagree | Strongly Disagree |
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| Question | N | Pct. | N | Pct. | N | Pct. | N | Pct. | N | Pct. | Number Missing |
| 17 - The classes I have at school cover material that is important to me. | 19 | 10.2 | 89 | 47.6 | 60 | 32.1 | 11 | 5.9 | 8 | 4.3 | 0 |
| 18 - I am satisfied with the variety of courses this school offers. | 33 | 17.8 | 75 | 40.5 | 50 | 27.0 | 22 | 11.9 | 5 | 2.7 | 2 |
| 19 - My teachers make clear what I'm supposed to learn. | 45 | 24.3 | 78 | 42.2 | 48 | 25.9 | 10 | 5.4 | 4 | 2.2 | 2 |
| 20 - The classes I took last year prepared me for this year's subjects. | 33 | 17.7 | 77 | 41.4 | 51 | 27.4 | 19 | 10.2 | 6 | 3.2 | 1 |
| 21 - Most of my teachers are organized and well prepared to teach. | 71 | 38.8 | 67 | 36.6 | 36 | 19.7 | 6 | 3.3 | 3 | 1.6 | 4 |
| 22 - In most classes, if I am having trouble learning something, my teacher usually finds another way to help me understand. | 44 | 23.7 | 86 | 46.2 | 36 | 19.4 | 16 | 8.6 | 4 | 2.2 | 1 |
| 23 - Most of my teachers inform me about my progress in their class. | 25 | 13.4 | 76 | 40.6 | 53 | 28.3 | 18 | 9.6 | 15 | 8.0 | 0 |
| 24 - My teachers make learning interesting. | 28 | 15.2 | 58 | 31.5 | 62 | 33.7 | 23 | 12.5 | 13 | 7.1 | 3 |
| 25 - I am given opportunities to work and learn independently. | 42 | 22.5 | 87 | 46.5 | 41 | 21.9 | 11 | 5.9 | 6 | 3.2 | 0 |
| 26 - My teachers want me to contribute my thoughts in class. | 39 | 21.1 | 75 | 40.5 | 49 | 26.5 | 15 | 8.1 | 7 | 3.8 | 2 |
| 27 - In my school, all students are given a chance to succeed. | 78 | 41.9 | 59 | 31.7 | 29 | 15.6 | 12 | 6.5 | 8 | 4.3 | 1 |
| 28 - There is good communication between teachers and students. | 36 | 19.6 | 67 | 36.4 | 56 | 30.4 | 19 | 10.3 | 6 | 3.3 | 3 |
| 29 - I feel safe at school. | 59 | 32.1 | 62 | 33.7 | 35 | 19.0 | 16 | 8.7 | 12 | 6.5 | 3 |
| 30 - There is a feeling of belonging at my school. | 31 | 16.8 | 71 | 38.4 | 47 | 25.4 | 21 | 11.4 | 15 | 8.1 | 2 |
| 31 - My parents have a good idea of what goes on at school. | 52 | 28.4 | 76 | 41.5 | 28 | 15.3 | 16 | 8.7 | 11 | 6.0 | 4 |
| 32 - Most teenagers around here drink a lot. | 23 | 12.5 | 25 | 13.6 | 61 | 33.2 | 33 | 17.9 | 42 | 22.8 | 3 |
| 33 - Teachers in my school really care about me. | 30 | 16.5 | 58 | 31.9 | 60 | 33.0 | 13 | 7.1 | 21 | 11.5 | 5 |
| 34 - I learn about other cultures in school. | 27 | 14.5 | 83 | 44.6 | 50 | 26.9 | 18 | 9.7 | 8 | 4.3 | 1 |
| 35 - I am encouraged to do my best on the MAP test. | 109 | 58.6 | 45 | 24.2 | 22 | 11.8 | 5 | 2.7 | 5 | 2.7 | 1 |
| 36 - I know how to find information I need to complete class projects. | 64 | 34.2 | 85 | 45.5 | 27 | 14.4 | 6 | 3.2 | 5 | 2.7 | 0 |
| 37 - My teachers can assist me in using computers effectively. | 32 | 17.1 | 84 | 44.9 | 51 | 27.3 | 12 | 6.4 | 8 | 4.3 | 0 |
| 38 - If a student has a problem there are teachers who will listen and help. | 49 | 26.5 | 81 | 43.8 | 35 | 18.9 | 11 | 5.9 | 9 | 4.9 | 2 |
| 39 - In our community people tend to trust each other. | 19 | 10.3 | 53 | 28.8 | 64 | 34.8 | 28 | 15.2 | 20 | 10.9 | 3 |
| 40 - Our classes are often interrupted. | 25 | 13.7 | 35 | 19.2 | 65 | 35.7 | 52 | 28.6 | 5 | 2.7 | 5 |
| 41 - Vocational education is an essential part of the district's program of studies. | 28 | 15.2 | 52 | 28.3 | 82 | 44.6 | 14 | 7.6 | 8 | 4.3 | 3 |
| 42 - I have fun learning. | 25 | 13.4 | 55 | 29.4 | 60 | 32.1 | 16 | 8.6 | 31 | 16.6 | 0 |
| 43 - My teachers think I can learn. | 69 | 37.1 | 77 | 41.4 | 31 | 16.7 | 7 | 3.8 | 2 | 1.1 | 1 |
| 44 - The community is proud of this school. | 48 | 25.9 | 74 | 40.0 | 49 | 26.5 | 8 | 4.3 | 6 | 3.2 | 2 |
| 45 - Our library has up-to-date resource materials. | 66 | 35.3 | 68 | 36.4 | 33 | 17.6 | 13 | 7.0 | 7 | 3.7 | 0 |
| 46 - Students at my school are friendly. | 23 | 12.3 | 64 | 34.2 | 59 | 31.6 | 20 | 10.7 | 21 | 11.2 | 0 |
| 47 - This school is a good place to learn. | 41 | 22.4 | 84 | 45.9 | 36 | 19.7 | 9 | 4.9 | 13 | 7.1 | 4 |
| 48 - My school provides me with the textbooks and learning materials I need to learn. | 77 | 41.2 | 76 | 40.6 | 25 | 13.4 | 5 | 2.7 | 4 | 2.1 | 0 |
| 49 - My teachers are good teachers. | 55 | 29.4 | 72 | 38.5 | 39 | 20.9 | 12 | 6.4 | 9 | 4.8 | 0 |
| 50 - My school building is in good condition. | 115 | 61.8 | 48 | 25.8 | 12 | 6.5 | 5 | 2.7 | 6 | 3.2 | 1 |
| 51 - Drugs are a problem among teenagers in this community. | 32 | 17.1 | 32 | 17.1 | 54 | 28.9 | 43 | 23.0 | 26 | 13.9 | 0 |
| 52 - I can get access to the internet at school when I need it. | 39 | 21.2 | 69 | 37.5 | 45 | 24.5 | 21 | 11.4 | 10 | 5.4 | 3 |
| 53 - I like going to this school. | 41 | 22.0 | 70 | 37.6 | 38 | 20.4 | 19 | 10.2 | 18 | 9.7 | 1 |
| 54 - My family believes that I can do well in school. | 110 | 60.1 | 58 | 31.7 | 13 | 7.1 | 1 | 0.5 | 1 | 0.5 | 4 |
| 55 - This community is a good place for a kid to grow up. | 41 | 22.2 | 52 | 28.1 | 59 | 31.9 | 13 | 7.0 | 20 | 10.8 | 2 |
| 56 - I would attend a different school if I could. | 39 | 21.1 | 25 | 13.5 | 45 | 24.3 | 38 | 20.5 | 38 | 20.5 | 2 |
| 57 - Teachers treat me with respect. | 53 | 28.8 | 69 | 37.5 | 43 | 23.4 | 12 | 6.5 | 7 | 3.8 | 3 |
| 58 - All students have an equal opportunity to take the courses they want. | 49 | 26.6 | 69 | 37.5 | 44 | 23.9 | 17 | 9.2 | 5 | 2.7 | 3 |
| 59 - My teachers expect very good work from me. | 73 | 39.7 | 79 | 42.9 | 22 | 12.0 | 7 | 3.8 | 3 | 1.6 | 3 |
| 60 - I am treated fairly at school. | 48 | 25.9 | 63 | 34.1 | 49 | 26.5 | 12 | 6.5 | 13 | 7.0 | 2 |
| 61 - I have had lessons in school on how to use computers. | 69 | 37.1 | 66 | 35.5 | 25 | 13.4 | 19 | 10.2 | 7 | 3.8 | 1 |
| 62 - There is a lot of teamwork in our community. | 28 | 15.4 | 46 | 25.3 | 74 | 40.7 | 19 | 10.4 | 15 | 8.2 | 5 |
| 63 - Discipline is handled fairly in my school. | 45 | 24.1 | 67 | 35.8 | 42 | 22.5 | 18 | 9.6 | 15 | 8.0 | 0 |
| 64 - I have been encouraged to establish career or educational goals at school. | 64 | 34.2 | 76 | 40.6 | 38 | 20.3 | 6 | 3.2 | 3 | 1.6 | 0 |
| 65 - If I have a personal problem, I can talk to the counselor. | 61 | 32.8 | 65 | 34.9 | 25 | 13.4 | 12 | 6.5 | 23 | 12.4 | 1 |
| 66 - My counselor has helped me create a plan to reach my educational and/or career goals. | 44 | 23.7 | 63 | 33.9 | 31 | 16.7 | 23 | 12.4 | 25 | 13.4 | 1 |
| 67 - I know how to use electronic resources to locate information. | 71 | 38.4 | 71 | 38.4 | 32 | 17.3 | 6 | 3.2 | 5 | 2.7 | 2 |
| Data Collected in Fall, 2002 |
| Tables Posted April 15, 2005 |
| Mo Dept of Elementary & Secondary Education |