| MSIP Advanced Questionnaire |
| Secondary Students Frequency Distribution Report |
| FREDERICKTOWN MIDDLE, FREDERICKTOWN R-I School District |
| What is your sex? (I am a: boy/girl) |
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| SEC1 | Frequency | Percent |
| MALE | 216 | 50.70 |
| FEMALE | 210 | 49.30 |
| What grade are you in? | ||
| SEC2 | Frequency | Percent |
| 6TH | 135 | 31.84 |
| 7TH | 132 | 31.13 |
| 8TH | 157 | 37.03 |
| Frequency Missing = 2 |
| Which best describes you? | ||
| SEC3 | Frequency | Percent |
| WHITE | 409 | 96.46 |
| BLACK | 3 | 0.71 |
| ASIAN/ORIENTAL | 1 | 0.24 |
| AMERICAN INDIAN | 6 | 1.42 |
| HISPANIC | 1 | 0.24 |
| MULTI-RACIAL | 4 | 0.94 |
| Frequency Missing = 2 |
| How far in school did your mother go? |
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| SEC4 | Frequency | Percent |
| UNDER 8TH | 1 | 0.24 |
| FINISHED 8TH | 34 | 8.02 |
| H.S. GRAD | 118 | 27.83 |
| POST SECONDARY | 76 | 17.92 |
| COLLEGE GRAD | 86 | 20.28 |
| DON T KNOW | 109 | 25.71 |
| Frequency Missing = 2 |
| How far in school did your father go? |
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| SEC5 | Frequency | Percent |
| 1 | 8 | 1.88 |
| 2 | 35 | 8.24 |
| 3 | 119 | 28.00 |
| 4 | 46 | 10.82 |
| 5 | 64 | 15.06 |
| 6 | 153 | 36.00 |
| Frequency Missing = 1 |
| How many days of school did you miss last month? |
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| SEC6 | Frequency | Percent |
| NONE | 235 | 55.16 |
| 1 OR 2 DAYS | 135 | 31.69 |
| 3 OR 4 DAYS | 36 | 8.45 |
| 5 TO 10 DAYS | 15 | 3.52 |
| MORE THAN 10 DAYS | 5 | 1.17 |
| How many hours of television do you usually watch each day? |
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| SEC7 | Frequency | Percent |
| ONE HR. OR LESS | 104 | 24.41 |
| TWO HRS. | 115 | 27.00 |
| THREE HRS. | 86 | 20.19 |
| FOUR HRS. | 53 | 12.44 |
| FIVE HRS. | 28 | 6.57 |
| SIX + HRS. | 40 | 9.39 |
| 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 | 45 | 10.64 |
| TWO YEAR SCHOOL | 36 | 8.51 |
| FOUR YEAR SCHOOL | 239 | 56.50 |
| MILITARY | 33 | 7.80 |
| OTHER | 70 | 16.55 |
| Frequency Missing = 3 |
| Which of the following best describes your grades so far in school? |
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| SEC9 | Frequency | Percent |
| A | 72 | 16.94 |
| A & B | 118 | 27.76 |
| B | 39 | 9.18 |
| B & C | 108 | 25.41 |
| C | 25 | 5.88 |
| C & D | 49 | 11.53 |
| D | 10 | 2.35 |
| BELOW D | 4 | 0.94 |
| Frequency Missing = 1 |
| How much time do you usually spend on homework each day? |
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| SEC10 | Frequency | Percent |
| NONE ASSIGNED | 21 | 4.96 |
| DON T DO IT | 17 | 4.02 |
| 1/2 HR. OR LESS | 165 | 39.01 |
| ONE HOUR | 147 | 34.75 |
| TWO HOURS | 48 | 11.35 |
| MORE THAN 2 HRS | 25 | 5.91 |
| Frequency Missing = 3 |
| 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 | 290 | 68.40 |
| UNDER 6 HRS. | 74 | 17.45 |
| 6 TO 10 HRS. | 30 | 7.08 |
| 11 TO 15 HRS. | 9 | 2.12 |
| 16 TO 20 HRS. | 13 | 3.07 |
| MORE THAN 25 | 8 | 1.89 |
| Frequency Missing = 2 |
| How would you describe the quality of education available to you in this school? |
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| SEC12 | Frequency | Percent |
| EXCELLENT | 72 | 17.02 |
| GOOD | 182 | 43.03 |
| AVERAGE | 124 | 29.31 |
| BELOW AVERAGE | 30 | 7.09 |
| POOR | 15 | 3.55 |
| 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 | 132 | 31.13 |
| 1 TO 2 HRS. | 163 | 38.44 |
| 3 TO 5 HRS. | 42 | 9.91 |
| 6 TO 10 HRS. | 50 | 11.79 |
| 11 TO 15 HRS. | 31 | 7.31 |
| 16 TO 20 HRS. | 3 | 0.71 |
| MORE THAN 20 | 3 | 0.71 |
| Frequency Missing = 2 |
| 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 | 128 | 30.12 |
| Several Times/wk | 62 | 14.59 |
| Once a week | 93 | 21.88 |
| Once 2/wks | 36 | 8.47 |
| Infrequently | 79 | 18.59 |
| Not at all | 27 | 6.35 |
| 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. | 274 | 65.71 |
| Voc./ tech. | 69 | 16.55 |
| General | 74 | 17.75 |
| Frequency Missing = 9 |
| Talk to one of your parents about your experiences in school. |
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| SEC16A | Frequency | Percent |
| Not at all | 27 | 6.52 |
| Rarely | 83 | 20.05 |
| Occasionally | 151 | 36.47 |
| Regularly | 153 | 36.96 |
| Frequency Missing = 12 |
| Talk to one of your parents about your plans for high school. |
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| sec16b | Frequency | Percent |
| Not at all | 95 | 23.06 |
| Rarely | 109 | 26.46 |
| Occasionally | 145 | 35.19 |
| Regularly | 63 | 15.29 |
| Frequency Missing = 14 |
| Talk to one of your parents about your plans for after high school. |
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| SEC16C | Frequency | Percent |
| Not at all | 59 | 14.25 |
| Rarely | 76 | 18.36 |
| Occasionally | 162 | 39.13 |
| Regularly | 117 | 28.26 |
| Frequency Missing = 12 |
| Data Collected in Fall, 2002 |
| Tables Posted April 15, 2005 |
| Mo Dept of Elementary & Secondary Education |
| MSIP Advanced Questionnaire |
| Secondary Students Frequency Distribution Report |
| FREDERICKTOWN MIDDLE, FREDERICKTOWN 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. | 54 | 12.7 | 201 | 47.4 | 131 | 30.9 | 30 | 7.1 | 8 | 1.9 | 2 |
| 18 - I am satisfied with the variety of courses this school offers. | 67 | 15.8 | 180 | 42.4 | 112 | 26.4 | 47 | 11.1 | 19 | 4.5 | 1 |
| 19 - My teachers make clear what I'm supposed to learn. | 106 | 25.1 | 177 | 41.8 | 87 | 20.6 | 44 | 10.4 | 9 | 2.1 | 3 |
| 20 - The classes I took last year prepared me for this year's subjects. | 95 | 22.4 | 180 | 42.5 | 85 | 20.0 | 48 | 11.3 | 16 | 3.8 | 2 |
| 21 - Most of my teachers are organized and well prepared to teach. | 157 | 37.1 | 187 | 44.2 | 59 | 13.9 | 15 | 3.5 | 5 | 1.2 | 3 |
| 22 - In most classes, if I am having trouble learning something, my teacher usually finds another way to help me understand. | 133 | 31.5 | 157 | 37.2 | 77 | 18.2 | 39 | 9.2 | 16 | 3.8 | 4 |
| 23 - Most of my teachers inform me about my progress in their class. | 111 | 26.3 | 185 | 43.8 | 84 | 19.9 | 34 | 8.1 | 8 | 1.9 | 4 |
| 24 - My teachers make learning interesting. | 57 | 13.6 | 129 | 30.7 | 141 | 33.6 | 54 | 12.9 | 39 | 9.3 | 6 |
| 25 - I am given opportunities to work and learn independently. | 92 | 22.0 | 202 | 48.2 | 95 | 22.7 | 25 | 6.0 | 5 | 1.2 | 7 |
| 26 - My teachers want me to contribute my thoughts in class. | 93 | 22.0 | 193 | 45.6 | 90 | 21.3 | 35 | 8.3 | 12 | 2.8 | 3 |
| 27 - In my school, all students are given a chance to succeed. | 162 | 38.5 | 166 | 39.4 | 67 | 15.9 | 20 | 4.8 | 6 | 1.4 | 5 |
| 28 - There is good communication between teachers and students. | 89 | 21.1 | 163 | 38.7 | 101 | 24.0 | 44 | 10.5 | 24 | 5.7 | 5 |
| 29 - I feel safe at school. | 122 | 29.1 | 141 | 33.7 | 94 | 22.4 | 35 | 8.4 | 27 | 6.4 | 7 |
| 30 - There is a feeling of belonging at my school. | 78 | 18.4 | 171 | 40.3 | 104 | 24.5 | 41 | 9.7 | 30 | 7.1 | 2 |
| 31 - My parents have a good idea of what goes on at school. | 112 | 26.7 | 178 | 42.4 | 78 | 18.6 | 26 | 6.2 | 26 | 6.2 | 6 |
| 32 - Most teenagers around here drink a lot. | 48 | 11.5 | 71 | 16.9 | 131 | 31.3 | 91 | 21.7 | 78 | 18.6 | 7 |
| 33 - Teachers in my school really care about me. | 81 | 19.4 | 136 | 32.6 | 125 | 30.0 | 34 | 8.2 | 41 | 9.8 | 9 |
| 34 - I learn about other cultures in school. | 105 | 24.8 | 192 | 45.3 | 84 | 19.8 | 26 | 6.1 | 17 | 4.0 | 2 |
| 35 - I am encouraged to do my best on the MAP test. | 259 | 60.9 | 118 | 27.8 | 35 | 8.2 | 9 | 2.1 | 4 | 0.9 | 1 |
| 36 - I know how to find information I need to complete class projects. | 125 | 29.5 | 197 | 46.5 | 73 | 17.2 | 20 | 4.7 | 9 | 2.1 | 2 |
| 37 - My teachers can assist me in using computers effectively. | 86 | 20.3 | 179 | 42.3 | 111 | 26.2 | 30 | 7.1 | 17 | 4.0 | 3 |
| 38 - If a student has a problem there are teachers who will listen and help. | 140 | 33.2 | 175 | 41.5 | 69 | 16.4 | 21 | 5.0 | 17 | 4.0 | 4 |
| 39 - In our community people tend to trust each other. | 56 | 13.3 | 146 | 34.6 | 143 | 33.9 | 42 | 10.0 | 35 | 8.3 | 4 |
| 40 - Our classes are often interrupted. | 34 | 8.1 | 98 | 23.4 | 148 | 35.4 | 115 | 27.5 | 23 | 5.5 | 8 |
| 41 - Vocational education is an essential part of the district's program of studies. | 126 | 30.4 | 116 | 28.0 | 144 | 34.8 | 16 | 3.9 | 12 | 2.9 | 12 |
| 42 - I have fun learning. | 65 | 15.3 | 128 | 30.2 | 109 | 25.7 | 58 | 13.7 | 64 | 15.1 | 2 |
| 43 - My teachers think I can learn. | 177 | 41.9 | 172 | 40.8 | 60 | 14.2 | 8 | 1.9 | 5 | 1.2 | 4 |
| 44 - The community is proud of this school. | 66 | 15.6 | 144 | 34.1 | 140 | 33.2 | 50 | 11.8 | 22 | 5.2 | 4 |
| 45 - Our library has up-to-date resource materials. | 124 | 29.5 | 163 | 38.8 | 83 | 19.8 | 37 | 8.8 | 13 | 3.1 | 6 |
| 46 - Students at my school are friendly. | 39 | 9.3 | 133 | 31.6 | 146 | 34.7 | 60 | 14.3 | 43 | 10.2 | 5 |
| 47 - This school is a good place to learn. | 86 | 20.8 | 179 | 43.2 | 97 | 23.4 | 29 | 7.0 | 23 | 5.6 | 12 |
| 48 - My school provides me with the textbooks and learning materials I need to learn. | 204 | 48.7 | 167 | 39.9 | 36 | 8.6 | 6 | 1.4 | 6 | 1.4 | 7 |
| 49 - My teachers are good teachers. | 148 | 34.9 | 173 | 40.8 | 81 | 19.1 | 9 | 2.1 | 13 | 3.1 | 2 |
| 50 - My school building is in good condition. | 43 | 10.3 | 104 | 24.8 | 85 | 20.3 | 69 | 16.5 | 118 | 28.2 | 7 |
| 51 - Drugs are a problem among teenagers in this community. | 66 | 15.8 | 75 | 17.9 | 145 | 34.6 | 71 | 16.9 | 62 | 14.8 | 7 |
| 52 - I can get access to the internet at school when I need it. | 109 | 26.0 | 154 | 36.7 | 93 | 22.1 | 45 | 10.7 | 19 | 4.5 | 6 |
| 53 - I like going to this school. | 93 | 22.2 | 123 | 29.4 | 97 | 23.2 | 48 | 11.5 | 58 | 13.8 | 7 |
| 54 - My family believes that I can do well in school. | 268 | 63.8 | 123 | 29.3 | 18 | 4.3 | 7 | 1.7 | 4 | 1.0 | 6 |
| 55 - This community is a good place for a kid to grow up. | 117 | 28.0 | 152 | 36.4 | 93 | 22.2 | 32 | 7.7 | 24 | 5.7 | 8 |
| 56 - I would attend a different school if I could. | 76 | 18.2 | 51 | 12.2 | 90 | 21.5 | 83 | 19.9 | 118 | 28.2 | 8 |
| 57 - Teachers treat me with respect. | 122 | 29.2 | 174 | 41.6 | 75 | 17.9 | 26 | 6.2 | 21 | 5.0 | 8 |
| 58 - All students have an equal opportunity to take the courses they want. | 112 | 26.9 | 145 | 34.8 | 96 | 23.0 | 46 | 11.0 | 18 | 4.3 | 9 |
| 59 - My teachers expect very good work from me. | 140 | 33.4 | 194 | 46.3 | 71 | 16.9 | 9 | 2.1 | 5 | 1.2 | 7 |
| 60 - I am treated fairly at school. | 98 | 23.6 | 179 | 43.0 | 79 | 19.0 | 33 | 7.9 | 27 | 6.5 | 10 |
| 61 - I have had lessons in school on how to use computers. | 131 | 31.8 | 169 | 41.0 | 53 | 12.9 | 30 | 7.3 | 29 | 7.0 | 14 |
| 62 - There is a lot of teamwork in our community. | 74 | 17.9 | 123 | 29.7 | 146 | 35.3 | 43 | 10.4 | 28 | 6.8 | 12 |
| 63 - Discipline is handled fairly in my school. | 110 | 26.3 | 154 | 36.8 | 83 | 19.8 | 41 | 9.8 | 31 | 7.4 | 7 |
| 64 - I have been encouraged to establish career or educational goals at school. | 135 | 32.5 | 161 | 38.7 | 89 | 21.4 | 19 | 4.6 | 12 | 2.9 | 10 |
| 65 - If I have a personal problem, I can talk to the counselor. | 193 | 46.1 | 127 | 30.3 | 56 | 13.4 | 21 | 5.0 | 22 | 5.3 | 7 |
| 66 - My counselor has helped me create a plan to reach my educational and/or career goals. | 168 | 40.0 | 102 | 24.3 | 83 | 19.8 | 40 | 9.5 | 27 | 6.4 | 6 |
| 67 - I know how to use electronic resources to locate information. | 153 | 36.3 | 167 | 39.7 | 67 | 15.9 | 21 | 5.0 | 13 | 3.1 | 5 |
| Data Collected in Fall, 2002 |
| Tables Posted April 15, 2005 |
| Mo Dept of Elementary & Secondary Education |