| MSIP Advanced Questionnaire |
| Secondary Students Frequency Distribution Report |
| KNOB NOSTER HIGH, KNOB NOSTER R-VIII School District |
| What is your sex? (I am a: boy/girl) |
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| SEC1 | Frequency | Percent |
| MALE | 184 | 47.92 |
| FEMALE | 200 | 52.08 |
| Frequency Missing = 2 |
| What grade are you in? | ||
| SEC2 | Frequency | Percent |
| 6TH | 1 | 0.26 |
| 9TH | 122 | 31.69 |
| 10TH | 121 | 31.43 |
| 11TH | 81 | 21.04 |
| 12TH | 60 | 15.58 |
| Frequency Missing = 1 |
| Which best describes you? | ||
| SEC3 | Frequency | Percent |
| WHITE | 272 | 71.58 |
| BLACK | 26 | 6.84 |
| ASIAN/ORIENTAL | 11 | 2.89 |
| AMERICAN INDIAN | 5 | 1.32 |
| HISPANIC | 21 | 5.53 |
| MULTI-RACIAL | 45 | 11.84 |
| Frequency Missing = 6 |
| How far in school did your mother go? |
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| SEC4 | Frequency | Percent |
| UNDER 8TH | 5 | 1.31 |
| FINISHED 8TH | 19 | 4.99 |
| H.S. GRAD | 115 | 30.18 |
| POST SECONDARY | 89 | 23.36 |
| COLLEGE GRAD | 102 | 26.77 |
| DON T KNOW | 51 | 13.39 |
| Frequency Missing = 5 |
| How far in school did your father go? |
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| SEC5 | Frequency | Percent |
| 1 | 2 | 0.52 |
| 2 | 12 | 3.13 |
| 3 | 103 | 26.89 |
| 4 | 97 | 25.33 |
| 5 | 101 | 26.37 |
| 6 | 68 | 17.75 |
| Frequency Missing = 3 |
| How many days of school did you miss last month? |
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| SEC6 | Frequency | Percent |
| NONE | 246 | 63.90 |
| 1 OR 2 DAYS | 77 | 20.00 |
| 3 OR 4 DAYS | 32 | 8.31 |
| 5 TO 10 DAYS | 22 | 5.71 |
| MORE THAN 10 DAYS | 8 | 2.08 |
| 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 | 119 | 31.15 |
| TWO HRS. | 87 | 22.77 |
| THREE HRS. | 68 | 17.80 |
| FOUR HRS. | 46 | 12.04 |
| FIVE HRS. | 25 | 6.54 |
| SIX + HRS. | 37 | 9.69 |
| 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 | 32 | 8.36 |
| TWO YEAR SCHOOL | 38 | 9.92 |
| FOUR YEAR SCHOOL | 232 | 60.57 |
| MILITARY | 28 | 7.31 |
| OTHER | 53 | 13.84 |
| Frequency Missing = 3 |
| Which of the following best describes your grades so far in school? |
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| SEC9 | Frequency | Percent |
| A | 72 | 18.75 |
| A & B | 116 | 30.21 |
| B | 61 | 15.89 |
| B & C | 87 | 22.66 |
| C | 24 | 6.25 |
| C & D | 20 | 5.21 |
| D | 1 | 0.26 |
| BELOW D | 3 | 0.78 |
| Frequency Missing = 2 |
| How much time do you usually spend on homework each day? |
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| SEC10 | Frequency | Percent |
| NONE ASSIGNED | 19 | 4.92 |
| DON T DO IT | 23 | 5.96 |
| 1/2 HR. OR LESS | 95 | 24.61 |
| ONE HOUR | 125 | 32.38 |
| TWO HOURS | 75 | 19.43 |
| MORE THAN 2 HRS | 49 | 12.69 |
| 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 | 262 | 68.05 |
| UNDER 6 HRS. | 32 | 8.31 |
| 6 TO 10 HRS. | 15 | 3.90 |
| 11 TO 15 HRS. | 23 | 5.97 |
| 16 TO 20 HRS. | 24 | 6.23 |
| 21 TO 25 HRS. | 15 | 3.90 |
| MORE THAN 25 | 14 | 3.64 |
| 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 | 77 | 19.95 |
| GOOD | 190 | 49.22 |
| AVERAGE | 98 | 25.39 |
| BELOW AVERAGE | 7 | 1.81 |
| POOR | 14 | 3.63 |
| 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 | 129 | 33.42 |
| 1 TO 2 HRS. | 71 | 18.39 |
| 3 TO 5 HRS. | 60 | 15.54 |
| 6 TO 10 HRS. | 36 | 9.33 |
| 11 TO 15 HRS. | 41 | 10.62 |
| 16 TO 20 HRS. | 33 | 8.55 |
| MORE THAN 20 | 16 | 4.15 |
| 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 | 46 | 12.01 |
| Several Times/wk | 98 | 25.59 |
| Once a week | 38 | 9.92 |
| Once 2/wks | 38 | 9.92 |
| Infrequently | 138 | 36.03 |
| Not at all | 25 | 6.53 |
| Frequency Missing = 3 |
| Which of the following best describes the high school program you will complete? |
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| SEC15 | Frequency | Percent |
| College prep. | 181 | 49.18 |
| Voc./ tech. | 55 | 14.95 |
| General | 132 | 35.87 |
| Frequency Missing = 18 |
| Talk to one of your parents about your experiences in school. |
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| SEC16A | Frequency | Percent |
| Not at all | 32 | 8.70 |
| Rarely | 63 | 17.12 |
| Occasionally | 146 | 39.67 |
| Regularly | 127 | 34.51 |
| Frequency Missing = 18 |
| Talk to one of your parents about your plans for high school. |
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| sec16b | Frequency | Percent |
| Not at all | 37 | 10.03 |
| Rarely | 84 | 22.76 |
| Occasionally | 147 | 39.84 |
| Regularly | 101 | 27.37 |
| Frequency Missing = 17 |
| Talk to one of your parents about your plans for after high school. |
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| SEC16C | Frequency | Percent |
| Not at all | 26 | 7.07 |
| Rarely | 68 | 18.48 |
| Occasionally | 139 | 37.77 |
| Regularly | 135 | 36.68 |
| Frequency Missing = 18 |
| Data Collected in Fall, 2002 |
| Tables Posted April 15, 2005 |
| Mo Dept of Elementary & Secondary Education |
| MSIP Advanced Questionnaire |
| Secondary Students Frequency Distribution Report |
| KNOB NOSTER HIGH, KNOB NOSTER R-VIII 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. | 38 | 9.9 | 176 | 45.7 | 119 | 30.9 | 31 | 8.1 | 21 | 5.5 | 1 |
| 18 - I am satisfied with the variety of courses this school offers. | 47 | 12.2 | 135 | 35.2 | 115 | 29.9 | 61 | 15.9 | 26 | 6.8 | 2 |
| 19 - My teachers make clear what I'm supposed to learn. | 52 | 13.6 | 162 | 42.5 | 129 | 33.9 | 28 | 7.3 | 10 | 2.6 | 5 |
| 20 - The classes I took last year prepared me for this year's subjects. | 56 | 14.7 | 144 | 37.9 | 124 | 32.6 | 41 | 10.8 | 15 | 3.9 | 6 |
| 21 - Most of my teachers are organized and well prepared to teach. | 87 | 22.7 | 182 | 47.5 | 92 | 24.0 | 18 | 4.7 | 4 | 1.0 | 3 |
| 22 - In most classes, if I am having trouble learning something, my teacher usually finds another way to help me understand. | 85 | 22.3 | 167 | 43.8 | 89 | 23.4 | 33 | 8.7 | 7 | 1.8 | 5 |
| 23 - Most of my teachers inform me about my progress in their class. | 44 | 11.4 | 144 | 37.3 | 113 | 29.3 | 67 | 17.4 | 18 | 4.7 | 0 |
| 24 - My teachers make learning interesting. | 27 | 7.0 | 93 | 24.2 | 159 | 41.3 | 66 | 17.1 | 40 | 10.4 | 1 |
| 25 - I am given opportunities to work and learn independently. | 59 | 15.4 | 208 | 54.3 | 98 | 25.6 | 12 | 3.1 | 6 | 1.6 | 3 |
| 26 - My teachers want me to contribute my thoughts in class. | 67 | 17.5 | 171 | 44.8 | 116 | 30.4 | 16 | 4.2 | 12 | 3.1 | 4 |
| 27 - In my school, all students are given a chance to succeed. | 120 | 31.4 | 149 | 39.0 | 83 | 21.7 | 22 | 5.8 | 8 | 2.1 | 4 |
| 28 - There is good communication between teachers and students. | 49 | 12.8 | 135 | 35.2 | 149 | 38.9 | 31 | 8.1 | 19 | 5.0 | 3 |
| 29 - I feel safe at school. | 91 | 23.8 | 150 | 39.2 | 102 | 26.6 | 17 | 4.4 | 23 | 6.0 | 3 |
| 30 - There is a feeling of belonging at my school. | 64 | 16.6 | 131 | 34.0 | 121 | 31.4 | 44 | 11.4 | 25 | 6.5 | 1 |
| 31 - My parents have a good idea of what goes on at school. | 59 | 15.4 | 154 | 40.2 | 105 | 27.4 | 41 | 10.7 | 24 | 6.3 | 3 |
| 32 - Most teenagers around here drink a lot. | 55 | 14.4 | 80 | 21.0 | 176 | 46.2 | 57 | 15.0 | 13 | 3.4 | 5 |
| 33 - Teachers in my school really care about me. | 36 | 9.4 | 108 | 28.3 | 163 | 42.8 | 43 | 11.3 | 31 | 8.1 | 5 |
| 34 - I learn about other cultures in school. | 48 | 12.5 | 160 | 41.8 | 125 | 32.6 | 36 | 9.4 | 14 | 3.7 | 3 |
| 35 - I am encouraged to do my best on the MAP test. | 162 | 42.4 | 124 | 32.5 | 75 | 19.6 | 14 | 3.7 | 7 | 1.8 | 4 |
| 36 - I know how to find information I need to complete class projects. | 94 | 24.5 | 184 | 47.9 | 85 | 22.1 | 13 | 3.4 | 8 | 2.1 | 2 |
| 37 - My teachers can assist me in using computers effectively. | 55 | 14.4 | 167 | 43.6 | 126 | 32.9 | 23 | 6.0 | 12 | 3.1 | 3 |
| 38 - If a student has a problem there are teachers who will listen and help. | 67 | 17.6 | 170 | 44.6 | 113 | 29.7 | 23 | 6.0 | 8 | 2.1 | 5 |
| 39 - In our community people tend to trust each other. | 36 | 9.4 | 112 | 29.4 | 155 | 40.7 | 55 | 14.4 | 23 | 6.0 | 5 |
| 40 - Our classes are often interrupted. | 20 | 5.3 | 62 | 16.4 | 150 | 39.8 | 122 | 32.4 | 23 | 6.1 | 9 |
| 41 - Vocational education is an essential part of the district's program of studies. | 40 | 10.5 | 117 | 30.8 | 179 | 47.1 | 30 | 7.9 | 14 | 3.7 | 6 |
| 42 - I have fun learning. | 29 | 7.6 | 100 | 26.1 | 142 | 37.1 | 51 | 13.3 | 61 | 15.9 | 3 |
| 43 - My teachers think I can learn. | 87 | 22.7 | 170 | 44.4 | 95 | 24.8 | 22 | 5.7 | 9 | 2.3 | 3 |
| 44 - The community is proud of this school. | 72 | 18.9 | 149 | 39.1 | 128 | 33.6 | 19 | 5.0 | 13 | 3.4 | 5 |
| 45 - Our library has up-to-date resource materials. | 83 | 21.8 | 157 | 41.2 | 96 | 25.2 | 30 | 7.9 | 15 | 3.9 | 5 |
| 46 - Students at my school are friendly. | 54 | 14.1 | 136 | 35.4 | 136 | 35.4 | 41 | 10.7 | 17 | 4.4 | 2 |
| 47 - This school is a good place to learn. | 66 | 17.4 | 167 | 44.1 | 110 | 29.0 | 19 | 5.0 | 17 | 4.5 | 7 |
| 48 - My school provides me with the textbooks and learning materials I need to learn. | 122 | 32.0 | 175 | 45.9 | 65 | 17.1 | 13 | 3.4 | 6 | 1.6 | 5 |
| 49 - My teachers are good teachers. | 68 | 17.8 | 172 | 45.1 | 110 | 28.9 | 21 | 5.5 | 10 | 2.6 | 5 |
| 50 - My school building is in good condition. | 85 | 22.3 | 179 | 47.0 | 83 | 21.8 | 23 | 6.0 | 11 | 2.9 | 5 |
| 51 - Drugs are a problem among teenagers in this community. | 36 | 9.5 | 78 | 20.6 | 169 | 44.6 | 79 | 20.8 | 17 | 4.5 | 7 |
| 52 - I can get access to the internet at school when I need it. | 76 | 19.9 | 144 | 37.8 | 101 | 26.5 | 41 | 10.8 | 19 | 5.0 | 5 |
| 53 - I like going to this school. | 51 | 13.4 | 129 | 33.8 | 116 | 30.4 | 25 | 6.5 | 61 | 16.0 | 4 |
| 54 - My family believes that I can do well in school. | 166 | 43.5 | 151 | 39.5 | 53 | 13.9 | 7 | 1.8 | 5 | 1.3 | 4 |
| 55 - This community is a good place for a kid to grow up. | 56 | 14.7 | 129 | 33.9 | 138 | 36.2 | 39 | 10.2 | 19 | 5.0 | 5 |
| 56 - I would attend a different school if I could. | 94 | 24.6 | 59 | 15.4 | 121 | 31.7 | 61 | 16.0 | 47 | 12.3 | 4 |
| 57 - Teachers treat me with respect. | 61 | 16.0 | 159 | 41.6 | 116 | 30.4 | 25 | 6.5 | 21 | 5.5 | 4 |
| 58 - All students have an equal opportunity to take the courses they want. | 58 | 15.2 | 145 | 38.1 | 111 | 29.1 | 46 | 12.1 | 21 | 5.5 | 5 |
| 59 - My teachers expect very good work from me. | 85 | 22.3 | 170 | 44.6 | 112 | 29.4 | 8 | 2.1 | 6 | 1.6 | 5 |
| 60 - I am treated fairly at school. | 59 | 15.5 | 168 | 44.2 | 103 | 27.1 | 37 | 9.7 | 13 | 3.4 | 6 |
| 61 - I have had lessons in school on how to use computers. | 69 | 18.2 | 141 | 37.1 | 108 | 28.4 | 35 | 9.2 | 27 | 7.1 | 6 |
| 62 - There is a lot of teamwork in our community. | 30 | 7.9 | 122 | 32.2 | 164 | 43.3 | 42 | 11.1 | 21 | 5.5 | 7 |
| 63 - Discipline is handled fairly in my school. | 52 | 13.6 | 111 | 29.1 | 115 | 30.2 | 43 | 11.3 | 60 | 15.7 | 5 |
| 64 - I have been encouraged to establish career or educational goals at school. | 98 | 25.7 | 182 | 47.8 | 74 | 19.4 | 16 | 4.2 | 11 | 2.9 | 5 |
| 65 - If I have a personal problem, I can talk to the counselor. | 81 | 21.1 | 140 | 36.5 | 95 | 24.7 | 28 | 7.3 | 40 | 10.4 | 2 |
| 66 - My counselor has helped me create a plan to reach my educational and/or career goals. | 66 | 17.3 | 140 | 36.6 | 108 | 28.3 | 37 | 9.7 | 31 | 8.1 | 4 |
| 67 - I know how to use electronic resources to locate information. | 118 | 31.1 | 158 | 41.7 | 79 | 20.8 | 10 | 2.6 | 14 | 3.7 | 7 |
| Data Collected in Fall, 2002 |
| Tables Posted April 15, 2005 |
| Mo Dept of Elementary & Secondary Education |