| MSIP Advanced Questionnaire |
| Secondary Students Frequency Distribution Report |
| DESOTO SR. HIGH, DESOTO 73 School District |
| What is your sex? (I am a: boy/girl) |
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| SEC1 | Frequency | Percent |
| MALE | 401 | 50.06 |
| FEMALE | 400 | 49.94 |
| Frequency Missing = 2 |
| What grade are you in? | ||
| SEC2 | Frequency | Percent |
| 9TH | 256 | 31.96 |
| 10TH | 204 | 25.47 |
| 11TH | 175 | 21.85 |
| 12TH | 166 | 20.72 |
| Frequency Missing = 2 |
| Which best describes you? | ||
| SEC3 | Frequency | Percent |
| WHITE | 740 | 92.85 |
| BLACK | 10 | 1.25 |
| ASIAN/ORIENTAL | 3 | 0.38 |
| AMERICAN INDIAN | 13 | 1.63 |
| HISPANIC | 13 | 1.63 |
| MULTI-RACIAL | 18 | 2.26 |
| Frequency Missing = 6 |
| How far in school did your mother go? |
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| SEC4 | Frequency | Percent |
| UNDER 8TH | 8 | 1.01 |
| FINISHED 8TH | 64 | 8.08 |
| H.S. GRAD | 223 | 28.16 |
| POST SECONDARY | 175 | 22.10 |
| COLLEGE GRAD | 193 | 24.37 |
| DON T KNOW | 129 | 16.29 |
| Frequency Missing = 11 |
| How far in school did your father go? |
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| SEC5 | Frequency | Percent |
| 1 | 13 | 1.64 |
| 2 | 70 | 8.81 |
| 3 | 242 | 30.44 |
| 4 | 156 | 19.62 |
| 5 | 147 | 18.49 |
| 6 | 167 | 21.01 |
| Frequency Missing = 8 |
| How many days of school did you miss last month? |
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| SEC6 | Frequency | Percent |
| NONE | 559 | 69.70 |
| 1 OR 2 DAYS | 166 | 20.70 |
| 3 OR 4 DAYS | 46 | 5.74 |
| 5 TO 10 DAYS | 21 | 2.62 |
| MORE THAN 10 DAYS | 10 | 1.25 |
| Frequency Missing = 1 |
| How many hours of television do you usually watch each day? |
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| SEC7 | Frequency | Percent |
| ONE HR. OR LESS | 302 | 37.80 |
| TWO HRS. | 197 | 24.66 |
| THREE HRS. | 136 | 17.02 |
| FOUR HRS. | 92 | 11.51 |
| FIVE HRS. | 24 | 3.00 |
| SIX + HRS. | 48 | 6.01 |
| Frequency Missing = 4 |
| 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 | 103 | 12.92 |
| TWO YEAR SCHOOL | 170 | 21.33 |
| FOUR YEAR SCHOOL | 383 | 48.06 |
| MILITARY | 56 | 7.03 |
| OTHER | 85 | 10.66 |
| Frequency Missing = 6 |
| Which of the following best describes your grades so far in school? |
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| SEC9 | Frequency | Percent |
| A | 170 | 21.30 |
| A & B | 214 | 26.82 |
| B | 125 | 15.66 |
| B & C | 168 | 21.05 |
| C | 52 | 6.52 |
| C & D | 49 | 6.14 |
| D | 15 | 1.88 |
| BELOW D | 5 | 0.63 |
| Frequency Missing = 5 |
| How much time do you usually spend on homework each day? |
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| SEC10 | Frequency | Percent |
| NONE ASSIGNED | 92 | 11.47 |
| DON T DO IT | 74 | 9.23 |
| 1/2 HR. OR LESS | 220 | 27.43 |
| ONE HOUR | 254 | 31.67 |
| TWO HOURS | 103 | 12.84 |
| MORE THAN 2 HRS | 59 | 7.36 |
| Frequency Missing = 1 |
| 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 | 530 | 66.08 |
| UNDER 6 HRS. | 49 | 6.11 |
| 6 TO 10 HRS. | 40 | 4.99 |
| 11 TO 15 HRS. | 32 | 3.99 |
| 16 TO 20 HRS. | 71 | 8.85 |
| 21 TO 25 HRS. | 39 | 4.86 |
| MORE THAN 25 | 41 | 5.11 |
| 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 | 34 | 4.24 |
| GOOD | 292 | 36.41 |
| AVERAGE | 393 | 49.00 |
| BELOW AVERAGE | 52 | 6.48 |
| POOR | 31 | 3.87 |
| Frequency Missing = 1 |
| 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 | 350 | 43.86 |
| 1 TO 2 HRS. | 139 | 17.42 |
| 3 TO 5 HRS. | 74 | 9.27 |
| 6 TO 10 HRS. | 75 | 9.40 |
| 11 TO 15 HRS. | 88 | 11.03 |
| 16 TO 20 HRS. | 50 | 6.27 |
| MORE THAN 20 | 22 | 2.76 |
| Frequency Missing = 5 |
| 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 | 197 | 24.66 |
| Several Times/wk | 35 | 4.38 |
| Once a week | 48 | 6.01 |
| Once 2/wks | 60 | 7.51 |
| Infrequently | 349 | 43.68 |
| Not at all | 110 | 13.77 |
| Frequency Missing = 4 |
| Which of the following best describes the high school program you will complete? |
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| SEC15 | Frequency | Percent |
| College prep. | 370 | 48.37 |
| Voc./ tech. | 129 | 16.86 |
| General | 266 | 34.77 |
| Frequency Missing = 38 |
| Talk to one of your parents about your experiences in school. |
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| SEC16A | Frequency | Percent |
| Not at all | 54 | 6.94 |
| Rarely | 139 | 17.87 |
| Occasionally | 308 | 39.59 |
| Regularly | 277 | 35.60 |
| Frequency Missing = 25 |
| Talk to one of your parents about your plans for high school. |
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| sec16b | Frequency | Percent |
| Not at all | 100 | 12.84 |
| Rarely | 189 | 24.26 |
| Occasionally | 287 | 36.84 |
| Regularly | 203 | 26.06 |
| Frequency Missing = 24 |
| Talk to one of your parents about your plans for after high school. |
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| SEC16C | Frequency | Percent |
| Not at all | 70 | 9.01 |
| Rarely | 154 | 19.82 |
| Occasionally | 270 | 34.75 |
| Regularly | 283 | 36.42 |
| Frequency Missing = 26 |
| Data Collected in Fall, 2004 |
| Tables Posted April 16, 2005 |
| Mo Dept of Elementary & Secondary Education |
| MSIP Advanced Questionnaire |
| Secondary Students Frequency Distribution Report |
| DESOTO SR. HIGH, DESOTO 73 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. | 62 | 7.7 | 330 | 41.1 | 263 | 32.8 | 97 | 12.1 | 51 | 6.4 | 0 |
| 18 - I am satisfied with the variety of courses this school offers. | 48 | 6.0 | 289 | 36.1 | 255 | 31.8 | 153 | 19.1 | 56 | 7.0 | 2 |
| 19 - My teachers make clear what I'm supposed to learn. | 71 | 8.9 | 362 | 45.4 | 239 | 29.9 | 95 | 11.9 | 31 | 3.9 | 5 |
| 20 - The classes I took last year prepared me for this year's subjects. | 89 | 11.1 | 333 | 41.6 | 201 | 25.1 | 136 | 17.0 | 41 | 5.1 | 3 |
| 21 - Most of my teachers are organized and well prepared to teach. | 122 | 15.3 | 403 | 50.5 | 197 | 24.7 | 54 | 6.8 | 22 | 2.8 | 5 |
| 22 - In most classes, if I am having trouble learning something, my teacher usually finds another way to help me understand. | 123 | 15.3 | 381 | 47.5 | 192 | 23.9 | 72 | 9.0 | 34 | 4.2 | 1 |
| 23 - Most of my teachers inform me about my progress in their class. | 113 | 14.1 | 338 | 42.2 | 209 | 26.1 | 93 | 11.6 | 48 | 6.0 | 2 |
| 24 - My teachers make learning interesting. | 32 | 4.0 | 169 | 21.2 | 343 | 42.9 | 162 | 20.3 | 93 | 11.6 | 4 |
| 25 - I am given opportunities to work and learn independently. | 100 | 12.5 | 445 | 55.7 | 188 | 23.5 | 41 | 5.1 | 25 | 3.1 | 4 |
| 26 - My teachers want me to contribute my thoughts in class. | 115 | 14.4 | 372 | 46.5 | 215 | 26.9 | 69 | 8.6 | 29 | 3.6 | 3 |
| 27 - In my school, all students are given a chance to succeed. | 197 | 24.7 | 331 | 41.5 | 181 | 22.7 | 59 | 7.4 | 30 | 3.8 | 5 |
| 28 - There is good communication between teachers and students. | 68 | 8.5 | 275 | 34.5 | 297 | 37.2 | 101 | 12.7 | 57 | 7.1 | 5 |
| 29 - I feel safe at school. | 140 | 17.5 | 325 | 40.7 | 199 | 24.9 | 74 | 9.3 | 61 | 7.6 | 4 |
| 30 - There is a feeling of belonging at my school. | 100 | 12.5 | 274 | 34.4 | 263 | 33.0 | 81 | 10.2 | 79 | 9.9 | 6 |
| 31 - My parents have a good idea of what goes on at school. | 114 | 14.2 | 312 | 39.0 | 190 | 23.7 | 118 | 14.7 | 67 | 8.4 | 2 |
| 32 - Most teenagers around here drink a lot. | 293 | 36.8 | 223 | 28.0 | 210 | 26.3 | 51 | 6.4 | 20 | 2.5 | 6 |
| 33 - Teachers in my school really care about me. | 57 | 7.2 | 213 | 26.7 | 320 | 40.2 | 129 | 16.2 | 78 | 9.8 | 6 |
| 34 - I learn about other cultures in school. | 58 | 7.3 | 300 | 37.7 | 261 | 32.8 | 115 | 14.4 | 62 | 7.8 | 7 |
| 35 - I am encouraged to do my best on the MAP test. | 400 | 49.9 | 295 | 36.8 | 75 | 9.4 | 16 | 2.0 | 15 | 1.9 | 2 |
| 36 - I know how to find information I need to complete class projects. | 123 | 15.4 | 439 | 54.8 | 175 | 21.8 | 47 | 5.9 | 17 | 2.1 | 2 |
| 37 - My teachers can assist me in using computers effectively. | 84 | 10.5 | 362 | 45.2 | 234 | 29.2 | 90 | 11.2 | 31 | 3.9 | 2 |
| 38 - If a student has a problem there are teachers who will listen and help. | 134 | 16.8 | 375 | 47.0 | 212 | 26.6 | 50 | 6.3 | 27 | 3.4 | 5 |
| 39 - In our community people tend to trust each other. | 29 | 3.6 | 161 | 20.2 | 317 | 39.7 | 192 | 24.0 | 100 | 12.5 | 4 |
| 40 - Our classes are often interrupted. | 80 | 10.0 | 176 | 22.0 | 304 | 38.0 | 215 | 26.9 | 25 | 3.1 | 3 |
| 41 - Vocational education is an essential part of the district's program of studies. | 62 | 7.8 | 247 | 31.1 | 400 | 50.4 | 55 | 6.9 | 29 | 3.7 | 10 |
| 42 - I have fun learning. | 47 | 5.9 | 193 | 24.1 | 292 | 36.5 | 125 | 15.6 | 143 | 17.9 | 3 |
| 43 - My teachers think I can learn. | 167 | 20.9 | 407 | 50.9 | 178 | 22.3 | 32 | 4.0 | 16 | 2.0 | 3 |
| 44 - The community is proud of this school. | 72 | 9.0 | 218 | 27.3 | 297 | 37.2 | 118 | 14.8 | 93 | 11.7 | 5 |
| 45 - Our library has up-to-date resource materials. | 110 | 13.7 | 297 | 37.1 | 268 | 33.5 | 82 | 10.2 | 44 | 5.5 | 2 |
| 46 - Students at my school are friendly. | 54 | 6.8 | 233 | 29.3 | 290 | 36.4 | 135 | 17.0 | 84 | 10.6 | 7 |
| 47 - This school is a good place to learn. | 46 | 5.8 | 277 | 34.8 | 327 | 41.1 | 85 | 10.7 | 61 | 7.7 | 7 |
| 48 - My school provides me with the textbooks and learning materials I need to learn. | 160 | 20.2 | 408 | 51.4 | 172 | 21.7 | 34 | 4.3 | 20 | 2.5 | 9 |
| 49 - My teachers are good teachers. | 98 | 12.2 | 364 | 45.4 | 262 | 32.7 | 45 | 5.6 | 32 | 4.0 | 2 |
| 50 - My school building is in good condition. | 35 | 4.4 | 180 | 22.5 | 272 | 34.0 | 184 | 23.0 | 129 | 16.1 | 3 |
| 51 - Drugs are a problem among teenagers in this community. | 232 | 29.0 | 244 | 30.5 | 226 | 28.3 | 68 | 8.5 | 29 | 3.6 | 4 |
| 52 - I can get access to the internet at school when I need it. | 183 | 22.8 | 362 | 45.1 | 154 | 19.2 | 66 | 8.2 | 37 | 4.6 | 1 |
| 53 - I like going to this school. | 108 | 13.5 | 272 | 33.9 | 226 | 28.2 | 85 | 10.6 | 111 | 13.8 | 1 |
| 54 - My family believes that I can do well in school. | 351 | 43.7 | 334 | 41.6 | 92 | 11.5 | 15 | 1.9 | 11 | 1.4 | 0 |
| 55 - This community is a good place for a kid to grow up. | 77 | 9.6 | 235 | 29.4 | 295 | 36.9 | 112 | 14.0 | 81 | 10.1 | 3 |
| 56 - I would attend a different school if I could. | 166 | 20.8 | 152 | 19.0 | 204 | 25.5 | 156 | 19.5 | 121 | 15.1 | 4 |
| 57 - Teachers treat me with respect. | 96 | 12.0 | 320 | 39.9 | 245 | 30.5 | 84 | 10.5 | 57 | 7.1 | 1 |
| 58 - All students have an equal opportunity to take the courses they want. | 104 | 13.0 | 304 | 38.0 | 214 | 26.7 | 120 | 15.0 | 59 | 7.4 | 2 |
| 59 - My teachers expect very good work from me. | 180 | 22.6 | 400 | 50.1 | 176 | 22.1 | 30 | 3.8 | 12 | 1.5 | 5 |
| 60 - I am treated fairly at school. | 93 | 11.6 | 365 | 45.6 | 226 | 28.3 | 68 | 8.5 | 48 | 6.0 | 3 |
| 61 - I have had lessons in school on how to use computers. | 145 | 18.1 | 327 | 40.9 | 161 | 20.2 | 105 | 13.1 | 61 | 7.6 | 4 |
| 62 - There is a lot of teamwork in our community. | 51 | 6.4 | 182 | 22.8 | 348 | 43.6 | 132 | 16.5 | 85 | 10.7 | 5 |
| 63 - Discipline is handled fairly in my school. | 77 | 9.6 | 249 | 31.2 | 214 | 26.8 | 124 | 15.5 | 135 | 16.9 | 4 |
| 64 - I have been encouraged to establish career or educational goals at school. | 163 | 20.4 | 396 | 49.6 | 167 | 20.9 | 48 | 6.0 | 25 | 3.1 | 4 |
| 65 - If I have a personal problem, I can talk to the counselor. | 169 | 21.2 | 325 | 40.7 | 170 | 21.3 | 70 | 8.8 | 65 | 8.1 | 4 |
| 66 - My counselor has helped me create a plan to reach my educational and/or career goals. | 108 | 13.5 | 261 | 32.7 | 236 | 29.6 | 108 | 13.5 | 85 | 10.7 | 5 |
| 67 - I know how to use electronic resources to locate information. | 180 | 22.5 | 367 | 45.8 | 179 | 22.3 | 47 | 5.9 | 28 | 3.5 | 2 |
| Data Collected in Fall, 2004 |
| Tables Posted April 16, 2005 |
| Mo Dept of Elementary & Secondary Education |