| MSIP Advanced Questionnaire |
| Secondary Students Frequency Distribution Report |
| FORSYTH HIGH, FORSYTH R-III School District |
| What is your sex? (I am a: boy/girl) |
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| SEC1 | Frequency | Percent |
| MALE | 122 | 50.21 |
| FEMALE | 121 | 49.79 |
| Frequency Missing = 2 |
| What grade are you in? | ||
| SEC2 | Frequency | Percent |
| 8TH | 1 | 0.41 |
| 9TH | 84 | 34.57 |
| 10TH | 55 | 22.63 |
| 11TH | 51 | 20.99 |
| 12TH | 52 | 21.40 |
| Frequency Missing = 2 |
| Which best describes you? | ||
| SEC3 | Frequency | Percent |
| WHITE | 223 | 92.15 |
| BLACK | 1 | 0.41 |
| ASIAN/ORIENTAL | 2 | 0.83 |
| AMERICAN INDIAN | 4 | 1.65 |
| HISPANIC | 3 | 1.24 |
| MULTI-RACIAL | 9 | 3.72 |
| Frequency Missing = 3 |
| How far in school did your mother go? |
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| SEC4 | Frequency | Percent |
| UNDER 8TH | 2 | 0.83 |
| FINISHED 8TH | 20 | 8.26 |
| H.S. GRAD | 81 | 33.47 |
| POST SECONDARY | 62 | 25.62 |
| COLLEGE GRAD | 42 | 17.36 |
| DON T KNOW | 35 | 14.46 |
| Frequency Missing = 3 |
| How far in school did your father go? |
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| SEC5 | Frequency | Percent |
| 1 | 3 | 1.23 |
| 2 | 19 | 7.79 |
| 3 | 80 | 32.79 |
| 4 | 49 | 20.08 |
| 5 | 48 | 19.67 |
| 6 | 45 | 18.44 |
| Frequency Missing = 1 |
| How many days of school did you miss last month? |
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| SEC6 | Frequency | Percent |
| NONE | 64 | 26.45 |
| 1 OR 2 DAYS | 101 | 41.74 |
| 3 OR 4 DAYS | 52 | 21.49 |
| 5 TO 10 DAYS | 18 | 7.44 |
| MORE THAN 10 DAYS | 7 | 2.89 |
| Frequency Missing = 3 |
| How many hours of television do you usually watch each day? |
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| SEC7 | Frequency | Percent |
| ONE HR. OR LESS | 94 | 38.52 |
| TWO HRS. | 57 | 23.36 |
| THREE HRS. | 44 | 18.03 |
| FOUR HRS. | 26 | 10.66 |
| FIVE HRS. | 7 | 2.87 |
| SIX + HRS. | 16 | 6.56 |
| 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 | 36 | 14.88 |
| TWO YEAR SCHOOL | 20 | 8.26 |
| FOUR YEAR SCHOOL | 139 | 57.44 |
| MILITARY | 16 | 6.61 |
| OTHER | 31 | 12.81 |
| Frequency Missing = 3 |
| Which of the following best describes your grades so far in school? |
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| SEC9 | Frequency | Percent |
| A | 63 | 25.93 |
| A & B | 57 | 23.46 |
| B | 20 | 8.23 |
| B & C | 49 | 20.16 |
| C | 20 | 8.23 |
| C & D | 23 | 9.47 |
| D | 7 | 2.88 |
| BELOW D | 4 | 1.65 |
| Frequency Missing = 2 |
| How much time do you usually spend on homework each day? |
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| SEC10 | Frequency | Percent |
| NONE ASSIGNED | 59 | 24.28 |
| DON T DO IT | 39 | 16.05 |
| 1/2 HR. OR LESS | 66 | 27.16 |
| ONE HOUR | 45 | 18.52 |
| TWO HOURS | 19 | 7.82 |
| MORE THAN 2 HRS | 15 | 6.17 |
| 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 | 126 | 51.64 |
| UNDER 6 HRS. | 10 | 4.10 |
| 6 TO 10 HRS. | 11 | 4.51 |
| 11 TO 15 HRS. | 21 | 8.61 |
| 16 TO 20 HRS. | 23 | 9.43 |
| 21 TO 25 HRS. | 28 | 11.48 |
| MORE THAN 25 | 25 | 10.25 |
| 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 | 13 | 5.33 |
| GOOD | 77 | 31.56 |
| AVERAGE | 102 | 41.80 |
| BELOW AVERAGE | 36 | 14.75 |
| POOR | 16 | 6.56 |
| 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 | 103 | 42.39 |
| 1 TO 2 HRS. | 38 | 15.64 |
| 3 TO 5 HRS. | 26 | 10.70 |
| 6 TO 10 HRS. | 21 | 8.64 |
| 11 TO 15 HRS. | 30 | 12.35 |
| 16 TO 20 HRS. | 13 | 5.35 |
| MORE THAN 20 | 12 | 4.94 |
| 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 | 110 | 45.45 |
| Several Times/wk | 43 | 17.77 |
| Once a week | 20 | 8.26 |
| Once 2/wks | 10 | 4.13 |
| Infrequently | 39 | 16.12 |
| Not at all | 20 | 8.26 |
| 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. | 112 | 48.48 |
| Voc./ tech. | 38 | 16.45 |
| General | 81 | 35.06 |
| Frequency Missing = 14 |
| Talk to one of your parents about your experiences in school. |
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| SEC16A | Frequency | Percent |
| Not at all | 23 | 9.91 |
| Rarely | 40 | 17.24 |
| Occasionally | 101 | 43.53 |
| Regularly | 68 | 29.31 |
| Frequency Missing = 13 |
| Talk to one of your parents about your plans for high school. |
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| sec16b | Frequency | Percent |
| Not at all | 33 | 14.29 |
| Rarely | 61 | 26.41 |
| Occasionally | 85 | 36.80 |
| Regularly | 52 | 22.51 |
| 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 | 24 | 10.48 |
| Rarely | 44 | 19.21 |
| Occasionally | 81 | 35.37 |
| Regularly | 80 | 34.93 |
| Frequency Missing = 16 |
| Data Collected in Spring, 2001 |
| Tables Posted April 14, 2005 |
| Mo Dept of Elementary & Secondary Education |
| MSIP Advanced Questionnaire |
| Secondary Students Frequency Distribution Report |
| FORSYTH HIGH, FORSYTH R-III 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. | 11 | 4.5 | 74 | 30.2 | 100 | 40.8 | 40 | 16.3 | 20 | 8.2 | 0 |
| 18 - I am satisfied with the variety of courses this school offers. | 12 | 4.9 | 77 | 31.4 | 72 | 29.4 | 54 | 22.0 | 30 | 12.2 | 0 |
| 19 - My teachers make clear what I'm supposed to learn. | 13 | 5.4 | 95 | 39.4 | 73 | 30.3 | 45 | 18.7 | 15 | 6.2 | 4 |
| 20 - The classes I took last year prepared me for this year's subjects. | 15 | 6.2 | 86 | 35.5 | 82 | 33.9 | 38 | 15.7 | 21 | 8.7 | 3 |
| 21 - Most of my teachers are organized and well prepared to teach. | 21 | 8.7 | 110 | 45.6 | 69 | 28.6 | 31 | 12.9 | 10 | 4.1 | 4 |
| 22 - In most classes, if I am having trouble learning something, my teacher usually finds another way to help me understand. | 25 | 10.3 | 79 | 32.6 | 82 | 33.9 | 36 | 14.9 | 20 | 8.3 | 3 |
| 23 - Most of my teachers inform me about my progress in their class. | 23 | 9.4 | 101 | 41.4 | 68 | 27.9 | 36 | 14.8 | 16 | 6.6 | 1 |
| 24 - My teachers make learning interesting. | 4 | 1.6 | 39 | 16.0 | 96 | 39.3 | 54 | 22.1 | 51 | 20.9 | 1 |
| 25 - I am given opportunities to work and learn independently. | 23 | 9.6 | 104 | 43.3 | 73 | 30.4 | 30 | 12.5 | 10 | 4.2 | 5 |
| 26 - My teachers want me to contribute my thoughts in class. | 24 | 10.0 | 91 | 37.8 | 80 | 33.2 | 31 | 12.9 | 15 | 6.2 | 4 |
| 27 - In my school, all students are given a chance to succeed. | 23 | 9.5 | 106 | 43.6 | 70 | 28.8 | 26 | 10.7 | 18 | 7.4 | 2 |
| 28 - There is good communication between teachers and students. | 11 | 4.5 | 57 | 23.6 | 89 | 36.8 | 61 | 25.2 | 24 | 9.9 | 3 |
| 29 - I feel safe at school. | 33 | 13.6 | 109 | 44.9 | 62 | 25.5 | 19 | 7.8 | 20 | 8.2 | 2 |
| 30 - There is a feeling of belonging at my school. | 27 | 11.1 | 79 | 32.4 | 84 | 34.4 | 25 | 10.2 | 29 | 11.9 | 1 |
| 31 - My parents have a good idea of what goes on at school. | 25 | 10.4 | 90 | 37.3 | 65 | 27.0 | 37 | 15.4 | 24 | 10.0 | 4 |
| 32 - Most teenagers around here drink a lot. | 96 | 39.8 | 64 | 26.6 | 63 | 26.1 | 13 | 5.4 | 5 | 2.1 | 4 |
| 33 - Teachers in my school really care about me. | 11 | 4.6 | 47 | 19.5 | 102 | 42.3 | 47 | 19.5 | 34 | 14.1 | 4 |
| 34 - I learn about other cultures in school. | 8 | 3.3 | 69 | 28.4 | 95 | 39.1 | 39 | 16.0 | 32 | 13.2 | 2 |
| 35 - I am encouraged to do my best on the MAP test. | 80 | 32.9 | 96 | 39.5 | 52 | 21.4 | 4 | 1.6 | 11 | 4.5 | 2 |
| 36 - I know how to find information I need to complete class projects. | 35 | 14.3 | 125 | 51.2 | 64 | 26.2 | 11 | 4.5 | 9 | 3.7 | 1 |
| 37 - My teachers can assist me in using computers effectively. | 19 | 7.8 | 94 | 38.5 | 90 | 36.9 | 28 | 11.5 | 13 | 5.3 | 1 |
| 38 - If a student has a problem there are teachers who will listen and help. | 18 | 7.5 | 96 | 39.8 | 86 | 35.7 | 25 | 10.4 | 16 | 6.6 | 4 |
| 39 - In our community people tend to trust each other. | 18 | 7.4 | 86 | 35.4 | 88 | 36.2 | 31 | 12.8 | 20 | 8.2 | 2 |
| 40 - Our classes are often interrupted. | 35 | 14.5 | 69 | 28.6 | 92 | 38.2 | 38 | 15.8 | 7 | 2.9 | 4 |
| 41 - Vocational education is an essential part of the district's program of studies. | 12 | 5.0 | 64 | 26.8 | 131 | 54.8 | 19 | 7.9 | 13 | 5.4 | 6 |
| 42 - I have fun learning. | 13 | 5.3 | 46 | 18.9 | 100 | 41.0 | 41 | 16.8 | 44 | 18.0 | 1 |
| 43 - My teachers think I can learn. | 42 | 17.2 | 120 | 49.2 | 69 | 28.3 | 8 | 3.3 | 5 | 2.0 | 1 |
| 44 - The community is proud of this school. | 19 | 7.8 | 94 | 38.7 | 92 | 37.9 | 22 | 9.1 | 16 | 6.6 | 2 |
| 45 - Our library has up-to-date resource materials. | 26 | 10.7 | 84 | 34.7 | 84 | 34.7 | 27 | 11.2 | 21 | 8.7 | 3 |
| 46 - Students at my school are friendly. | 15 | 6.2 | 88 | 36.5 | 87 | 36.1 | 26 | 10.8 | 25 | 10.4 | 4 |
| 47 - This school is a good place to learn. | 12 | 5.0 | 76 | 31.7 | 101 | 42.1 | 29 | 12.1 | 22 | 9.2 | 5 |
| 48 - My school provides me with the textbooks and learning materials I need to learn. | 30 | 12.4 | 124 | 51.5 | 55 | 22.8 | 25 | 10.4 | 7 | 2.9 | 4 |
| 49 - My teachers are good teachers. | 16 | 6.6 | 89 | 36.8 | 103 | 42.6 | 21 | 8.7 | 13 | 5.4 | 3 |
| 50 - My school building is in good condition. | 49 | 20.2 | 114 | 47.1 | 56 | 23.1 | 16 | 6.6 | 7 | 2.9 | 3 |
| 51 - Drugs are a problem among teenagers in this community. | 59 | 24.3 | 82 | 33.7 | 73 | 30.0 | 16 | 6.6 | 13 | 5.3 | 2 |
| 52 - I can get access to the internet at school when I need it. | 81 | 33.2 | 98 | 40.2 | 42 | 17.2 | 14 | 5.7 | 9 | 3.7 | 1 |
| 53 - I like going to this school. | 25 | 10.3 | 73 | 30.0 | 87 | 35.8 | 31 | 12.8 | 27 | 11.1 | 2 |
| 54 - My family believes that I can do well in school. | 90 | 37.0 | 96 | 39.5 | 42 | 17.3 | 10 | 4.1 | 5 | 2.1 | 2 |
| 55 - This community is a good place for a kid to grow up. | 31 | 12.7 | 102 | 41.8 | 77 | 31.6 | 16 | 6.6 | 18 | 7.4 | 1 |
| 56 - I would attend a different school if I could. | 40 | 16.5 | 40 | 16.5 | 78 | 32.1 | 52 | 21.4 | 33 | 13.6 | 2 |
| 57 - Teachers treat me with respect. | 24 | 9.9 | 84 | 34.6 | 95 | 39.1 | 20 | 8.2 | 20 | 8.2 | 2 |
| 58 - All students have an equal opportunity to take the courses they want. | 28 | 11.5 | 88 | 36.2 | 87 | 35.8 | 22 | 9.1 | 18 | 7.4 | 2 |
| 59 - My teachers expect very good work from me. | 45 | 18.4 | 103 | 42.2 | 76 | 31.1 | 13 | 5.3 | 7 | 2.9 | 1 |
| 60 - I am treated fairly at school. | 17 | 7.0 | 97 | 39.9 | 90 | 37.0 | 23 | 9.5 | 16 | 6.6 | 2 |
| 61 - I have had lessons in school on how to use computers. | 33 | 13.5 | 78 | 32.0 | 71 | 29.1 | 43 | 17.6 | 19 | 7.8 | 1 |
| 62 - There is a lot of teamwork in our community. | 13 | 5.3 | 59 | 24.3 | 115 | 47.3 | 34 | 14.0 | 22 | 9.1 | 2 |
| 63 - Discipline is handled fairly in my school. | 11 | 4.6 | 68 | 28.2 | 81 | 33.6 | 47 | 19.5 | 34 | 14.1 | 4 |
| 64 - I have been encouraged to establish career or educational goals at school. | 28 | 11.6 | 114 | 47.3 | 66 | 27.4 | 24 | 10.0 | 9 | 3.7 | 4 |
| 65 - If I have a personal problem, I can talk to the counselor. | 31 | 12.8 | 85 | 35.0 | 71 | 29.2 | 24 | 9.9 | 32 | 13.2 | 2 |
| 66 - My counselor has helped me create a plan to reach my educational and/or career goals. | 26 | 10.7 | 79 | 32.5 | 88 | 36.2 | 26 | 10.7 | 24 | 9.9 | 2 |
| 67 - I know how to use electronic resources to locate information. | 39 | 16.0 | 99 | 40.7 | 73 | 30.0 | 20 | 8.2 | 12 | 4.9 | 2 |
| Data Collected in Spring, 2001 |
| Tables Posted April 14, 2005 |
| Mo Dept of Elementary & Secondary Education |