| MSIP Advanced Questionnaire |
| Secondary Students Frequency Distribution Report |
| SKYLINE HIGH, HICKORY CO. R-I School District |
| What is your sex? (I am a: boy/girl) |
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| SEC1 | Frequency | Percent |
| MALE | 183 | 56.48 |
| FEMALE | 141 | 43.52 |
| What grade are you in? | ||
| SEC2 | Frequency | Percent |
| 6TH | 2 | 0.62 |
| 7TH | 60 | 18.52 |
| 8TH | 59 | 18.21 |
| 9TH | 62 | 19.14 |
| 10TH | 62 | 19.14 |
| 11TH | 45 | 13.89 |
| 12TH | 34 | 10.49 |
| Which best describes you? | ||
| SEC3 | Frequency | Percent |
| WHITE | 284 | 87.93 |
| BLACK | 9 | 2.79 |
| ASIAN/ORIENTAL | 5 | 1.55 |
| AMERICAN INDIAN | 8 | 2.48 |
| HISPANIC | 5 | 1.55 |
| MULTI-RACIAL | 12 | 3.72 |
| Frequency Missing = 1 |
| How far in school did your mother go? |
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| SEC4 | Frequency | Percent |
| UNDER 8TH | 7 | 2.17 |
| FINISHED 8TH | 15 | 4.66 |
| H.S. GRAD | 111 | 34.47 |
| POST SECONDARY | 56 | 17.39 |
| COLLEGE GRAD | 80 | 24.84 |
| DON T KNOW | 53 | 16.46 |
| Frequency Missing = 2 |
| How far in school did your father go? |
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| SEC5 | Frequency | Percent |
| 1 | 4 | 1.25 |
| 2 | 19 | 5.92 |
| 3 | 130 | 40.50 |
| 4 | 55 | 17.13 |
| 5 | 47 | 14.64 |
| 6 | 66 | 20.56 |
| Frequency Missing = 3 |
| How many days of school did you miss last month? |
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| SEC6 | Frequency | Percent |
| NONE | 129 | 40.06 |
| 1 OR 2 DAYS | 123 | 38.20 |
| 3 OR 4 DAYS | 49 | 15.22 |
| 5 TO 10 DAYS | 17 | 5.28 |
| MORE THAN 10 DAYS | 4 | 1.24 |
| Frequency Missing = 2 |
| How many hours of television do you usually watch each day? |
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| SEC7 | Frequency | Percent |
| ONE HR. OR LESS | 102 | 31.78 |
| TWO HRS. | 81 | 25.23 |
| THREE HRS. | 60 | 18.69 |
| FOUR HRS. | 37 | 11.53 |
| FIVE HRS. | 17 | 5.30 |
| SIX + HRS. | 24 | 7.48 |
| Frequency Missing = 3 |
| 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 | 44 | 13.58 |
| TWO YEAR SCHOOL | 69 | 21.30 |
| FOUR YEAR SCHOOL | 133 | 41.05 |
| MILITARY | 21 | 6.48 |
| OTHER | 57 | 17.59 |
| Which of the following best describes your grades so far in school? |
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| SEC9 | Frequency | Percent |
| A | 84 | 26.09 |
| A & B | 84 | 26.09 |
| B | 31 | 9.63 |
| B & C | 59 | 18.32 |
| C | 28 | 8.70 |
| C & D | 24 | 7.45 |
| D | 6 | 1.86 |
| BELOW D | 6 | 1.86 |
| Frequency Missing = 2 |
| How much time do you usually spend on homework each day? |
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| SEC10 | Frequency | Percent |
| NONE ASSIGNED | 89 | 27.64 |
| DON T DO IT | 38 | 11.80 |
| 1/2 HR. OR LESS | 94 | 29.19 |
| ONE HOUR | 66 | 20.50 |
| TWO HOURS | 21 | 6.52 |
| MORE THAN 2 HRS | 14 | 4.35 |
| 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 | 159 | 49.23 |
| UNDER 6 HRS. | 37 | 11.46 |
| 6 TO 10 HRS. | 36 | 11.15 |
| 11 TO 15 HRS. | 28 | 8.67 |
| 16 TO 20 HRS. | 29 | 8.98 |
| 21 TO 25 HRS. | 18 | 5.57 |
| MORE THAN 25 | 16 | 4.95 |
| 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 | 71 | 22.12 |
| GOOD | 144 | 44.86 |
| AVERAGE | 80 | 24.92 |
| BELOW AVERAGE | 15 | 4.67 |
| POOR | 11 | 3.43 |
| Frequency Missing = 3 |
| 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 | 103 | 31.79 |
| 1 TO 2 HRS. | 46 | 14.20 |
| 3 TO 5 HRS. | 61 | 18.83 |
| 6 TO 10 HRS. | 47 | 14.51 |
| 11 TO 15 HRS. | 18 | 5.56 |
| 16 TO 20 HRS. | 26 | 8.02 |
| MORE THAN 20 | 23 | 7.10 |
| 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 | 89 | 27.47 |
| Several Times/wk | 49 | 15.12 |
| Once a week | 46 | 14.20 |
| Once 2/wks | 34 | 10.49 |
| Infrequently | 76 | 23.46 |
| Not at all | 30 | 9.26 |
| Which of the following best describes the high school program you will complete? |
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| SEC15 | Frequency | Percent |
| College prep. | 128 | 40.00 |
| Voc./ tech. | 98 | 30.63 |
| General | 94 | 29.38 |
| Frequency Missing = 4 |
| Talk to one of your parents about your experiences in school. |
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| SEC16A | Frequency | Percent |
| Not at all | 35 | 10.87 |
| Rarely | 74 | 22.98 |
| Occasionally | 107 | 33.23 |
| Regularly | 106 | 32.92 |
| Frequency Missing = 2 |
| Talk to one of your parents about your plans for high school. |
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| sec16b | Frequency | Percent |
| Not at all | 48 | 15.00 |
| Rarely | 51 | 15.94 |
| Occasionally | 132 | 41.25 |
| Regularly | 89 | 27.81 |
| Frequency Missing = 4 |
| Talk to one of your parents about your plans for after high school. |
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| SEC16C | Frequency | Percent |
| Not at all | 37 | 11.53 |
| Rarely | 55 | 17.13 |
| Occasionally | 105 | 32.71 |
| Regularly | 124 | 38.63 |
| Frequency Missing = 3 |
| Data Collected in Spring, 2004 |
| Tables Posted April 16, 2005 |
| Mo Dept of Elementary & Secondary Education |
| MSIP Advanced Questionnaire |
| Secondary Students Frequency Distribution Report |
| SKYLINE HIGH, HICKORY CO. R-I 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. | 43 | 13.3 | 119 | 36.7 | 113 | 34.9 | 33 | 10.2 | 16 | 4.9 | 0 |
| 18 - I am satisfied with the variety of courses this school offers. | 41 | 12.7 | 119 | 36.7 | 93 | 28.7 | 46 | 14.2 | 25 | 7.7 | 0 |
| 19 - My teachers make clear what I'm supposed to learn. | 59 | 18.2 | 123 | 38.0 | 90 | 27.8 | 42 | 13.0 | 10 | 3.1 | 0 |
| 20 - The classes I took last year prepared me for this year's subjects. | 61 | 18.9 | 141 | 43.8 | 80 | 24.8 | 25 | 7.8 | 15 | 4.7 | 2 |
| 21 - Most of my teachers are organized and well prepared to teach. | 90 | 27.8 | 128 | 39.5 | 69 | 21.3 | 26 | 8.0 | 11 | 3.4 | 0 |
| 22 - In most classes, if I am having trouble learning something, my teacher usually finds another way to help me understand. | 77 | 23.8 | 122 | 37.7 | 82 | 25.3 | 22 | 6.8 | 21 | 6.5 | 0 |
| 23 - Most of my teachers inform me about my progress in their class. | 66 | 20.5 | 133 | 41.3 | 76 | 23.6 | 27 | 8.4 | 20 | 6.2 | 2 |
| 24 - My teachers make learning interesting. | 34 | 10.5 | 102 | 31.6 | 111 | 34.4 | 36 | 11.1 | 40 | 12.4 | 1 |
| 25 - I am given opportunities to work and learn independently. | 74 | 22.9 | 156 | 48.3 | 76 | 23.5 | 8 | 2.5 | 9 | 2.8 | 1 |
| 26 - My teachers want me to contribute my thoughts in class. | 63 | 19.4 | 126 | 38.9 | 85 | 26.2 | 25 | 7.7 | 25 | 7.7 | 0 |
| 27 - In my school, all students are given a chance to succeed. | 97 | 30.1 | 138 | 42.9 | 50 | 15.5 | 19 | 5.9 | 18 | 5.6 | 2 |
| 28 - There is good communication between teachers and students. | 60 | 18.6 | 135 | 41.9 | 87 | 27.0 | 23 | 7.1 | 17 | 5.3 | 2 |
| 29 - I feel safe at school. | 97 | 30.0 | 135 | 41.8 | 56 | 17.3 | 15 | 4.6 | 20 | 6.2 | 1 |
| 30 - There is a feeling of belonging at my school. | 72 | 22.4 | 122 | 37.9 | 69 | 21.4 | 25 | 7.8 | 34 | 10.6 | 2 |
| 31 - My parents have a good idea of what goes on at school. | 76 | 23.5 | 130 | 40.2 | 66 | 20.4 | 25 | 7.7 | 26 | 8.0 | 1 |
| 32 - Most teenagers around here drink a lot. | 75 | 23.4 | 74 | 23.1 | 98 | 30.5 | 43 | 13.4 | 31 | 9.7 | 3 |
| 33 - Teachers in my school really care about me. | 55 | 17.1 | 111 | 34.5 | 94 | 29.2 | 26 | 8.1 | 36 | 11.2 | 2 |
| 34 - I learn about other cultures in school. | 42 | 13.1 | 105 | 32.8 | 92 | 28.8 | 46 | 14.4 | 35 | 10.9 | 4 |
| 35 - I am encouraged to do my best on the MAP test. | 184 | 57.1 | 82 | 25.5 | 35 | 10.9 | 8 | 2.5 | 13 | 4.0 | 2 |
| 36 - I know how to find information I need to complete class projects. | 112 | 34.8 | 133 | 41.3 | 45 | 14.0 | 18 | 5.6 | 14 | 4.3 | 2 |
| 37 - My teachers can assist me in using computers effectively. | 63 | 19.7 | 141 | 44.1 | 79 | 24.7 | 23 | 7.2 | 14 | 4.4 | 4 |
| 38 - If a student has a problem there are teachers who will listen and help. | 83 | 25.9 | 152 | 47.4 | 50 | 15.6 | 19 | 5.9 | 17 | 5.3 | 3 |
| 39 - In our community people tend to trust each other. | 63 | 19.6 | 118 | 36.8 | 80 | 24.9 | 34 | 10.6 | 26 | 8.1 | 3 |
| 40 - Our classes are often interrupted. | 47 | 14.7 | 64 | 20.0 | 125 | 39.1 | 63 | 19.7 | 21 | 6.6 | 4 |
| 41 - Vocational education is an essential part of the district's program of studies. | 64 | 20.0 | 148 | 46.3 | 79 | 24.7 | 14 | 4.4 | 15 | 4.7 | 4 |
| 42 - I have fun learning. | 49 | 15.3 | 82 | 25.5 | 97 | 30.2 | 46 | 14.3 | 47 | 14.6 | 3 |
| 43 - My teachers think I can learn. | 112 | 34.8 | 130 | 40.4 | 54 | 16.8 | 8 | 2.5 | 18 | 5.6 | 2 |
| 44 - The community is proud of this school. | 131 | 40.7 | 120 | 37.3 | 50 | 15.5 | 9 | 2.8 | 12 | 3.7 | 2 |
| 45 - Our library has up-to-date resource materials. | 65 | 20.2 | 121 | 37.7 | 79 | 24.6 | 24 | 7.5 | 32 | 10.0 | 3 |
| 46 - Students at my school are friendly. | 50 | 15.6 | 105 | 32.8 | 110 | 34.4 | 25 | 7.8 | 30 | 9.4 | 4 |
| 47 - This school is a good place to learn. | 82 | 25.8 | 128 | 40.3 | 70 | 22.0 | 21 | 6.6 | 17 | 5.3 | 6 |
| 48 - My school provides me with the textbooks and learning materials I need to learn. | 134 | 41.9 | 125 | 39.1 | 42 | 13.1 | 8 | 2.5 | 11 | 3.4 | 4 |
| 49 - My teachers are good teachers. | 95 | 29.4 | 124 | 38.4 | 76 | 23.5 | 11 | 3.4 | 17 | 5.3 | 1 |
| 50 - My school building is in good condition. | 82 | 25.5 | 151 | 46.9 | 61 | 18.9 | 16 | 5.0 | 12 | 3.7 | 2 |
| 51 - Drugs are a problem among teenagers in this community. | 26 | 8.1 | 48 | 14.9 | 109 | 33.9 | 94 | 29.2 | 45 | 14.0 | 2 |
| 52 - I can get access to the internet at school when I need it. | 116 | 35.9 | 139 | 43.0 | 45 | 13.9 | 12 | 3.7 | 11 | 3.4 | 1 |
| 53 - I like going to this school. | 94 | 29.3 | 88 | 27.4 | 75 | 23.4 | 25 | 7.8 | 39 | 12.1 | 3 |
| 54 - My family believes that I can do well in school. | 151 | 47.0 | 119 | 37.1 | 39 | 12.1 | 5 | 1.6 | 7 | 2.2 | 3 |
| 55 - This community is a good place for a kid to grow up. | 96 | 29.8 | 124 | 38.5 | 77 | 23.9 | 11 | 3.4 | 14 | 4.3 | 2 |
| 56 - I would attend a different school if I could. | 57 | 17.8 | 44 | 13.8 | 72 | 22.5 | 65 | 20.3 | 82 | 25.6 | 4 |
| 57 - Teachers treat me with respect. | 70 | 21.7 | 143 | 44.4 | 67 | 20.8 | 22 | 6.8 | 20 | 6.2 | 2 |
| 58 - All students have an equal opportunity to take the courses they want. | 79 | 24.5 | 129 | 40.1 | 76 | 23.6 | 22 | 6.8 | 16 | 5.0 | 2 |
| 59 - My teachers expect very good work from me. | 95 | 29.4 | 143 | 44.3 | 64 | 19.8 | 10 | 3.1 | 11 | 3.4 | 1 |
| 60 - I am treated fairly at school. | 72 | 22.4 | 140 | 43.6 | 71 | 22.1 | 15 | 4.7 | 23 | 7.2 | 3 |
| 61 - I have had lessons in school on how to use computers. | 79 | 24.7 | 134 | 41.9 | 59 | 18.4 | 32 | 10.0 | 16 | 5.0 | 4 |
| 62 - There is a lot of teamwork in our community. | 70 | 22.2 | 105 | 33.3 | 92 | 29.2 | 26 | 8.3 | 22 | 7.0 | 9 |
| 63 - Discipline is handled fairly in my school. | 84 | 26.0 | 130 | 40.2 | 57 | 17.6 | 24 | 7.4 | 28 | 8.7 | 1 |
| 64 - I have been encouraged to establish career or educational goals at school. | 90 | 27.9 | 136 | 42.1 | 66 | 20.4 | 16 | 5.0 | 15 | 4.6 | 1 |
| 65 - If I have a personal problem, I can talk to the counselor. | 106 | 32.9 | 108 | 33.5 | 55 | 17.1 | 24 | 7.5 | 29 | 9.0 | 2 |
| 66 - My counselor has helped me create a plan to reach my educational and/or career goals. | 79 | 24.5 | 85 | 26.3 | 77 | 23.8 | 43 | 13.3 | 39 | 12.1 | 1 |
| 67 - I know how to use electronic resources to locate information. | 107 | 33.4 | 122 | 38.1 | 56 | 17.5 | 22 | 6.9 | 13 | 4.1 | 4 |
| Data Collected in Spring, 2004 |
| Tables Posted April 16, 2005 |
| Mo Dept of Elementary & Secondary Education |