| MSIP Advanced Questionnaire |
| Secondary Students Frequency Distribution Report |
| GREEN RIDGE HIGH, GREEN RIDGE R-VIII School District |
| What is your sex? (I am a: boy/girl) |
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| SEC1 | Frequency | Percent |
| MALE | 84 | 47.19 |
| FEMALE | 94 | 52.81 |
| What grade are you in? | ||
| SEC2 | Frequency | Percent |
| 7TH | 27 | 15.17 |
| 8TH | 26 | 14.61 |
| 9TH | 41 | 23.03 |
| 10TH | 33 | 18.54 |
| 11TH | 26 | 14.61 |
| 12TH | 25 | 14.04 |
| Which best describes you? | ||
| SEC3 | Frequency | Percent |
| WHITE | 175 | 98.31 |
| BLACK | 1 | 0.56 |
| AMERICAN INDIAN | 1 | 0.56 |
| MULTI-RACIAL | 1 | 0.56 |
| How far in school did your mother go? |
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| SEC4 | Frequency | Percent |
| UNDER 8TH | 2 | 1.14 |
| FINISHED 8TH | 4 | 2.27 |
| H.S. GRAD | 49 | 27.84 |
| POST SECONDARY | 37 | 21.02 |
| COLLEGE GRAD | 54 | 30.68 |
| DON T KNOW | 30 | 17.05 |
| Frequency Missing = 2 |
| How far in school did your father go? |
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| SEC5 | Frequency | Percent |
| 1 | 1 | 0.57 |
| 2 | 6 | 3.41 |
| 3 | 50 | 28.41 |
| 4 | 44 | 25.00 |
| 5 | 40 | 22.73 |
| 6 | 35 | 19.89 |
| Frequency Missing = 2 |
| How many days of school did you miss last month? |
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| SEC6 | Frequency | Percent |
| NONE | 83 | 47.16 |
| 1 OR 2 DAYS | 67 | 38.07 |
| 3 OR 4 DAYS | 19 | 10.80 |
| 5 TO 10 DAYS | 4 | 2.27 |
| MORE THAN 10 DAYS | 3 | 1.70 |
| 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 | 59 | 33.33 |
| TWO HRS. | 49 | 27.68 |
| THREE HRS. | 30 | 16.95 |
| FOUR HRS. | 19 | 10.73 |
| FIVE HRS. | 14 | 7.91 |
| SIX + HRS. | 6 | 3.39 |
| Frequency Missing = 1 |
| 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 | 14 | 7.91 |
| TWO YEAR SCHOOL | 35 | 19.77 |
| FOUR YEAR SCHOOL | 85 | 48.02 |
| MILITARY | 11 | 6.21 |
| OTHER | 32 | 18.08 |
| Frequency Missing = 1 |
| Which of the following best describes your grades so far in school? |
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| SEC9 | Frequency | Percent |
| A | 62 | 34.83 |
| A & B | 53 | 29.78 |
| B | 14 | 7.87 |
| B & C | 32 | 17.98 |
| C | 6 | 3.37 |
| C & D | 8 | 4.49 |
| D | 1 | 0.56 |
| BELOW D | 2 | 1.12 |
| How much time do you usually spend on homework each day? |
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| SEC10 | Frequency | Percent |
| NONE ASSIGNED | 19 | 10.73 |
| DON T DO IT | 16 | 9.04 |
| 1/2 HR. OR LESS | 58 | 32.77 |
| ONE HOUR | 62 | 35.03 |
| TWO HOURS | 15 | 8.47 |
| MORE THAN 2 HRS | 7 | 3.95 |
| 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 | 113 | 63.84 |
| UNDER 6 HRS. | 22 | 12.43 |
| 6 TO 10 HRS. | 14 | 7.91 |
| 11 TO 15 HRS. | 10 | 5.65 |
| 16 TO 20 HRS. | 9 | 5.08 |
| 21 TO 25 HRS. | 6 | 3.39 |
| MORE THAN 25 | 3 | 1.69 |
| 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 | 38 | 21.59 |
| GOOD | 87 | 49.43 |
| AVERAGE | 42 | 23.86 |
| BELOW AVERAGE | 7 | 3.98 |
| POOR | 2 | 1.14 |
| Frequency Missing = 2 |
| 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 | 43 | 24.29 |
| 1 TO 2 HRS. | 37 | 20.90 |
| 3 TO 5 HRS. | 26 | 14.69 |
| 6 TO 10 HRS. | 33 | 18.64 |
| 11 TO 15 HRS. | 22 | 12.43 |
| 16 TO 20 HRS. | 9 | 5.08 |
| MORE THAN 20 | 7 | 3.95 |
| Frequency Missing = 1 |
| 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 | 54 | 30.51 |
| Several Times/wk | 64 | 36.16 |
| Once a week | 20 | 11.30 |
| Once 2/wks | 7 | 3.95 |
| Infrequently | 25 | 14.12 |
| Not at all | 7 | 3.95 |
| 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. | 106 | 63.10 |
| Voc./ tech. | 18 | 10.71 |
| General | 44 | 26.19 |
| Frequency Missing = 10 |
| Talk to one of your parents about your experiences in school. |
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| SEC16A | Frequency | Percent |
| Not at all | 4 | 2.33 |
| Rarely | 38 | 22.09 |
| Occasionally | 76 | 44.19 |
| Regularly | 54 | 31.40 |
| Frequency Missing = 6 |
| Talk to one of your parents about your plans for high school. |
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| sec16b | Frequency | Percent |
| Not at all | 8 | 4.65 |
| Rarely | 56 | 32.56 |
| Occasionally | 71 | 41.28 |
| Regularly | 37 | 21.51 |
| Frequency Missing = 6 |
| Talk to one of your parents about your plans for after high school. |
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| SEC16C | Frequency | Percent |
| Not at all | 11 | 6.36 |
| Rarely | 32 | 18.50 |
| Occasionally | 78 | 45.09 |
| Regularly | 52 | 30.06 |
| Frequency Missing = 5 |
| Data Collected in Spring, 2004 |
| Tables Posted April 16, 2005 |
| Mo Dept of Elementary & Secondary Education |
| MSIP Advanced Questionnaire |
| Secondary Students Frequency Distribution Report |
| GREEN RIDGE HIGH, GREEN RIDGE 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. | 16 | 9.0 | 83 | 46.6 | 50 | 28.1 | 23 | 12.9 | 6 | 3.4 | 0 |
| 18 - I am satisfied with the variety of courses this school offers. | 14 | 7.9 | 79 | 44.4 | 38 | 21.3 | 42 | 23.6 | 5 | 2.8 | 0 |
| 19 - My teachers make clear what I'm supposed to learn. | 12 | 6.8 | 93 | 52.5 | 50 | 28.2 | 16 | 9.0 | 6 | 3.4 | 1 |
| 20 - The classes I took last year prepared me for this year's subjects. | 18 | 10.2 | 103 | 58.2 | 38 | 21.5 | 15 | 8.5 | 3 | 1.7 | 1 |
| 21 - Most of my teachers are organized and well prepared to teach. | 23 | 13.0 | 92 | 52.0 | 40 | 22.6 | 16 | 9.0 | 6 | 3.4 | 1 |
| 22 - In most classes, if I am having trouble learning something, my teacher usually finds another way to help me understand. | 28 | 15.7 | 87 | 48.9 | 40 | 22.5 | 16 | 9.0 | 7 | 3.9 | 0 |
| 23 - Most of my teachers inform me about my progress in their class. | 24 | 13.6 | 80 | 45.2 | 42 | 23.7 | 22 | 12.4 | 9 | 5.1 | 1 |
| 24 - My teachers make learning interesting. | 4 | 2.3 | 56 | 31.6 | 62 | 35.0 | 42 | 23.7 | 13 | 7.3 | 1 |
| 25 - I am given opportunities to work and learn independently. | 23 | 13.0 | 86 | 48.6 | 54 | 30.5 | 11 | 6.2 | 3 | 1.7 | 1 |
| 26 - My teachers want me to contribute my thoughts in class. | 19 | 10.7 | 82 | 46.1 | 62 | 34.8 | 10 | 5.6 | 5 | 2.8 | 0 |
| 27 - In my school, all students are given a chance to succeed. | 48 | 27.1 | 71 | 40.1 | 37 | 20.9 | 12 | 6.8 | 9 | 5.1 | 1 |
| 28 - There is good communication between teachers and students. | 12 | 6.8 | 76 | 42.9 | 56 | 31.6 | 25 | 14.1 | 8 | 4.5 | 1 |
| 29 - I feel safe at school. | 43 | 24.6 | 81 | 46.3 | 30 | 17.1 | 14 | 8.0 | 7 | 4.0 | 3 |
| 30 - There is a feeling of belonging at my school. | 34 | 19.2 | 71 | 40.1 | 39 | 22.0 | 22 | 12.4 | 11 | 6.2 | 1 |
| 31 - My parents have a good idea of what goes on at school. | 32 | 18.2 | 81 | 46.0 | 37 | 21.0 | 19 | 10.8 | 7 | 4.0 | 2 |
| 32 - Most teenagers around here drink a lot. | 26 | 14.8 | 40 | 22.7 | 45 | 25.6 | 40 | 22.7 | 25 | 14.2 | 2 |
| 33 - Teachers in my school really care about me. | 12 | 6.8 | 60 | 33.9 | 69 | 39.0 | 24 | 13.6 | 12 | 6.8 | 1 |
| 34 - I learn about other cultures in school. | 15 | 8.4 | 84 | 47.2 | 45 | 25.3 | 26 | 14.6 | 8 | 4.5 | 0 |
| 35 - I am encouraged to do my best on the MAP test. | 87 | 48.9 | 69 | 38.8 | 16 | 9.0 | 2 | 1.1 | 4 | 2.2 | 0 |
| 36 - I know how to find information I need to complete class projects. | 39 | 21.9 | 111 | 62.4 | 21 | 11.8 | 5 | 2.8 | 2 | 1.1 | 0 |
| 37 - My teachers can assist me in using computers effectively. | 32 | 18.1 | 94 | 53.1 | 36 | 20.3 | 12 | 6.8 | 3 | 1.7 | 1 |
| 38 - If a student has a problem there are teachers who will listen and help. | 42 | 23.6 | 74 | 41.6 | 41 | 23.0 | 17 | 9.6 | 4 | 2.2 | 0 |
| 39 - In our community people tend to trust each other. | 19 | 10.7 | 73 | 41.2 | 52 | 29.4 | 21 | 11.9 | 12 | 6.8 | 1 |
| 40 - Our classes are often interrupted. | 10 | 5.7 | 45 | 25.7 | 61 | 34.9 | 50 | 28.6 | 9 | 5.1 | 3 |
| 41 - Vocational education is an essential part of the district's program of studies. | 22 | 12.6 | 60 | 34.3 | 80 | 45.7 | 9 | 5.1 | 4 | 2.3 | 3 |
| 42 - I have fun learning. | 12 | 6.7 | 58 | 32.6 | 62 | 34.8 | 23 | 12.9 | 23 | 12.9 | 0 |
| 43 - My teachers think I can learn. | 43 | 24.2 | 92 | 51.7 | 31 | 17.4 | 7 | 3.9 | 5 | 2.8 | 0 |
| 44 - The community is proud of this school. | 67 | 38.1 | 69 | 39.2 | 30 | 17.0 | 5 | 2.8 | 5 | 2.8 | 2 |
| 45 - Our library has up-to-date resource materials. | 47 | 26.4 | 82 | 46.1 | 34 | 19.1 | 9 | 5.1 | 6 | 3.4 | 0 |
| 46 - Students at my school are friendly. | 10 | 5.6 | 75 | 42.1 | 59 | 33.1 | 22 | 12.4 | 12 | 6.7 | 0 |
| 47 - This school is a good place to learn. | 24 | 13.6 | 93 | 52.5 | 46 | 26.0 | 5 | 2.8 | 9 | 5.1 | 1 |
| 48 - My school provides me with the textbooks and learning materials I need to learn. | 49 | 27.7 | 97 | 54.8 | 26 | 14.7 | 3 | 1.7 | 2 | 1.1 | 1 |
| 49 - My teachers are good teachers. | 30 | 16.9 | 74 | 41.6 | 55 | 30.9 | 14 | 7.9 | 5 | 2.8 | 0 |
| 50 - My school building is in good condition. | 42 | 23.6 | 98 | 55.1 | 28 | 15.7 | 6 | 3.4 | 4 | 2.2 | 0 |
| 51 - Drugs are a problem among teenagers in this community. | 11 | 6.2 | 23 | 13.0 | 55 | 31.1 | 52 | 29.4 | 36 | 20.3 | 1 |
| 52 - I can get access to the internet at school when I need it. | 35 | 19.7 | 79 | 44.4 | 30 | 16.9 | 23 | 12.9 | 11 | 6.2 | 0 |
| 53 - I like going to this school. | 33 | 18.5 | 72 | 40.4 | 45 | 25.3 | 10 | 5.6 | 18 | 10.1 | 0 |
| 54 - My family believes that I can do well in school. | 75 | 42.1 | 84 | 47.2 | 13 | 7.3 | 4 | 2.2 | 2 | 1.1 | 0 |
| 55 - This community is a good place for a kid to grow up. | 40 | 22.5 | 76 | 42.7 | 41 | 23.0 | 16 | 9.0 | 5 | 2.8 | 0 |
| 56 - I would attend a different school if I could. | 25 | 14.0 | 22 | 12.4 | 38 | 21.3 | 51 | 28.7 | 42 | 23.6 | 0 |
| 57 - Teachers treat me with respect. | 15 | 8.4 | 82 | 46.1 | 55 | 30.9 | 16 | 9.0 | 10 | 5.6 | 0 |
| 58 - All students have an equal opportunity to take the courses they want. | 17 | 9.6 | 72 | 40.4 | 56 | 31.5 | 24 | 13.5 | 9 | 5.1 | 0 |
| 59 - My teachers expect very good work from me. | 35 | 19.7 | 86 | 48.3 | 45 | 25.3 | 10 | 5.6 | 2 | 1.1 | 0 |
| 60 - I am treated fairly at school. | 15 | 8.4 | 92 | 51.7 | 41 | 23.0 | 18 | 10.1 | 12 | 6.7 | 0 |
| 61 - I have had lessons in school on how to use computers. | 48 | 27.0 | 86 | 48.3 | 20 | 11.2 | 12 | 6.7 | 12 | 6.7 | 0 |
| 62 - There is a lot of teamwork in our community. | 21 | 11.9 | 67 | 37.9 | 70 | 39.5 | 15 | 8.5 | 4 | 2.3 | 1 |
| 63 - Discipline is handled fairly in my school. | 18 | 10.1 | 53 | 29.8 | 39 | 21.9 | 30 | 16.9 | 38 | 21.3 | 0 |
| 64 - I have been encouraged to establish career or educational goals at school. | 42 | 23.6 | 94 | 52.8 | 29 | 16.3 | 7 | 3.9 | 6 | 3.4 | 0 |
| 65 - If I have a personal problem, I can talk to the counselor. | 35 | 19.8 | 69 | 39.0 | 38 | 21.5 | 13 | 7.3 | 22 | 12.4 | 1 |
| 66 - My counselor has helped me create a plan to reach my educational and/or career goals. | 30 | 17.0 | 71 | 40.3 | 48 | 27.3 | 13 | 7.4 | 14 | 8.0 | 2 |
| 67 - I know how to use electronic resources to locate information. | 47 | 26.4 | 95 | 53.4 | 28 | 15.7 | 3 | 1.7 | 5 | 2.8 | 0 |
| Data Collected in Spring, 2004 |
| Tables Posted April 16, 2005 |
| Mo Dept of Elementary & Secondary Education |