| MSIP Advanced Questionnaire |
| Secondary Students Frequency Distribution Report |
| KINGSTON 42 School district |
| What is your sex? (I am a: boy/girl) |
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| SEC1 | Frequency | Percent |
| MALE | 5 | 62.50 |
| FEMALE | 3 | 37.50 |
| What grade are you in? | ||
| SEC2 | Frequency | Percent |
| 7TH | 3 | 37.50 |
| 8TH | 5 | 62.50 |
| Which best describes you? | ||
| SEC3 | Frequency | Percent |
| WHITE | 8 | 100.00 |
| How far in school did your mother go? |
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| SEC4 | Frequency | Percent |
| FINISHED 8TH | 2 | 25.00 |
| H.S. GRAD | 3 | 37.50 |
| POST SECONDARY | 1 | 12.50 |
| DON T KNOW | 2 | 25.00 |
| How far in school did your father go? |
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| SEC5 | Frequency | Percent |
| FINISHED 8TH | 1 | 12.50 |
| H.S. GRAD | 4 | 50.00 |
| COLLEGE GRAD | 1 | 12.50 |
| DON T KNOW | 2 | 25.00 |
| How many days of school did you miss last month? |
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| SEC6 | Frequency | Percent |
| NONE | 3 | 37.50 |
| 1 OR 2 DAYS | 3 | 37.50 |
| 3 OR 4 DAYS | 2 | 25.00 |
| How many hours of television do you usually watch each day? |
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| SEC7 | Frequency | Percent |
| ONE HR. OR LESS | 5 | 62.50 |
| TWO HRS. | 1 | 12.50 |
| THREE HRS. | 2 | 25.00 |
| 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 |
| FOUR YEAR SCHOOL | 5 | 62.50 |
| MILITARY | 3 | 37.50 |
| Which of the following best describes your grades so far in school? |
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| SEC9 | Frequency | Percent |
| A | 1 | 12.50 |
| A & B | 2 | 25.00 |
| B | 2 | 25.00 |
| B & C | 3 | 37.50 |
| How much time do you usually spend on homework each day? |
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| SEC10 | Frequency | Percent |
| 1/2 HR. OR LESS | 7 | 87.50 |
| MORE THAN 2 HRS | 1 | 12.50 |
| 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 | 6 | 75.00 |
| UNDER 6 HRS. | 1 | 12.50 |
| 16 TO 20 HRS. | 1 | 12.50 |
| How would you describe the quality of education available to you in this school? |
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| SEC12 | Frequency | Percent |
| GOOD | 1 | 12.50 |
| AVERAGE | 7 | 87.50 |
| 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 | 1 | 12.50 |
| 1 TO 2 HRS. | 4 | 50.00 |
| 3 TO 5 HRS. | 2 | 25.00 |
| MORE THAN 20 | 1 | 12.50 |
| 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 | 4 | 50.00 |
| Several Times/wk | 2 | 25.00 |
| Once a week | 2 | 25.00 |
| Which of the following best describes the high school program you will complete? |
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| SEC15 | Frequency | Percent |
| College prep. | 7 | 87.50 |
| General | 1 | 12.50 |
| Talk to one of your parents about your experiences in school. |
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| SEC16A | Frequency | Percent |
| Rarely | 5 | 62.50 |
| Occasionally | 2 | 25.00 |
| Regularly | 1 | 12.50 |
| Talk to one of your parents about your plans for high school. |
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| sec16b | Frequency | Percent |
| Not at all | 3 | 37.50 |
| Occasionally | 1 | 12.50 |
| Regularly | 4 | 50.00 |
| Talk to one of your parents about your plans for after high school. |
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| SEC16C | Frequency | Percent |
| Rarely | 1 | 12.50 |
| Occasionally | 1 | 12.50 |
| Regularly | 6 | 75.00 |
| Data Collected in Spring, 2004 |
| Tables Posted April 16, 2005 |
| Mo Dept of Elementary & Secondary Education |
| MSIP Advanced Questionnaire |
| Secondary Students Frequency Distribution Report |
| KINGSTON 42 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. | 0 | 0.0 | 3 | 37.5 | 3 | 37.5 | 2 | 25.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 18 - I am satisfied with the variety of courses this school offers. | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 5 | 62.5 | 3 | 37.5 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 19 - My teachers make clear what I'm supposed to learn. | 3 | 37.5 | 2 | 25.0 | 3 | 37.5 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 20 - The classes I took last year prepared me for this year's subjects. | 2 | 25.0 | 4 | 50.0 | 2 | 25.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 21 - Most of my teachers are organized and well prepared to teach. | 3 | 37.5 | 4 | 50.0 | 1 | 12.5 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 22 - In most classes, if I am having trouble learning something, my teacher usually finds another way to help me understand. | 3 | 37.5 | 4 | 50.0 | 1 | 12.5 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 23 - Most of my teachers inform me about my progress in their class. | 4 | 57.1 | 2 | 28.6 | 1 | 14.3 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 1 |
| 24 - My teachers make learning interesting. | 1 | 12.5 | 3 | 37.5 | 4 | 50.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 25 - I am given opportunities to work and learn independently. | 2 | 25.0 | 4 | 50.0 | 2 | 25.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 26 - My teachers want me to contribute my thoughts in class. | 5 | 62.5 | 2 | 25.0 | 1 | 12.5 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 27 - In my school, all students are given a chance to succeed. | 3 | 37.5 | 3 | 37.5 | 2 | 25.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 28 - There is good communication between teachers and students. | 1 | 12.5 | 3 | 37.5 | 4 | 50.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 29 - I feel safe at school. | 3 | 37.5 | 3 | 37.5 | 2 | 25.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 30 - There is a feeling of belonging at my school. | 1 | 12.5 | 2 | 25.0 | 5 | 62.5 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 31 - My parents have a good idea of what goes on at school. | 1 | 12.5 | 2 | 25.0 | 5 | 62.5 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 32 - Most teenagers around here drink a lot. | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 4 | 57.1 | 1 | 14.3 | 2 | 28.6 | 1 |
| 33 - Teachers in my school really care about me. | 1 | 12.5 | 3 | 37.5 | 4 | 50.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 34 - I learn about other cultures in school. | 2 | 25.0 | 5 | 62.5 | 1 | 12.5 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 35 - I am encouraged to do my best on the MAP test. | 5 | 62.5 | 2 | 25.0 | 1 | 12.5 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 36 - I know how to find information I need to complete class projects. | 5 | 62.5 | 2 | 25.0 | 1 | 12.5 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 37 - My teachers can assist me in using computers effectively. | 2 | 25.0 | 5 | 62.5 | 1 | 12.5 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 38 - If a student has a problem there are teachers who will listen and help. | 3 | 37.5 | 4 | 50.0 | 1 | 12.5 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 39 - In our community people tend to trust each other. | 3 | 37.5 | 0 | 0.0 | 2 | 25.0 | 3 | 37.5 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 40 - Our classes are often interrupted. | 2 | 25.0 | 3 | 37.5 | 2 | 25.0 | 1 | 12.5 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 41 - Vocational education is an essential part of the district's program of studies. | 1 | 12.5 | 1 | 12.5 | 5 | 62.5 | 1 | 12.5 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 42 - I have fun learning. | 1 | 12.5 | 3 | 37.5 | 4 | 50.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 43 - My teachers think I can learn. | 4 | 50.0 | 2 | 25.0 | 2 | 25.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 44 - The community is proud of this school. | 1 | 12.5 | 1 | 12.5 | 3 | 37.5 | 2 | 25.0 | 1 | 12.5 | 0 |
| 45 - Our library has up-to-date resource materials. | 2 | 25.0 | 4 | 50.0 | 2 | 25.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 46 - Students at my school are friendly. | 1 | 12.5 | 1 | 12.5 | 6 | 75.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 47 - This school is a good place to learn. | 1 | 12.5 | 2 | 25.0 | 5 | 62.5 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 48 - My school provides me with the textbooks and learning materials I need to learn. | 3 | 37.5 | 4 | 50.0 | 1 | 12.5 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 49 - My teachers are good teachers. | 1 | 12.5 | 5 | 62.5 | 2 | 25.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 50 - My school building is in good condition. | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 2 | 25.0 | 5 | 62.5 | 1 | 12.5 | 0 |
| 51 - Drugs are a problem among teenagers in this community. | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 1 | 12.5 | 3 | 37.5 | 4 | 50.0 | 0 |
| 52 - I can get access to the internet at school when I need it. | 5 | 62.5 | 2 | 25.0 | 1 | 12.5 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 53 - I like going to this school. | 1 | 12.5 | 1 | 12.5 | 4 | 50.0 | 2 | 25.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 54 - My family believes that I can do well in school. | 5 | 62.5 | 2 | 25.0 | 1 | 12.5 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 55 - This community is a good place for a kid to grow up. | 1 | 12.5 | 3 | 37.5 | 1 | 12.5 | 3 | 37.5 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 56 - I would attend a different school if I could. | 3 | 37.5 | 2 | 25.0 | 3 | 37.5 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 57 - Teachers treat me with respect. | 1 | 12.5 | 2 | 25.0 | 5 | 62.5 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 58 - All students have an equal opportunity to take the courses they want. | 1 | 12.5 | 1 | 12.5 | 5 | 62.5 | 0 | 0.0 | 1 | 12.5 | 0 |
| 59 - My teachers expect very good work from me. | 5 | 62.5 | 2 | 25.0 | 1 | 12.5 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 60 - I am treated fairly at school. | 1 | 12.5 | 2 | 25.0 | 5 | 62.5 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 61 - I have had lessons in school on how to use computers. | 4 | 50.0 | 3 | 37.5 | 1 | 12.5 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 62 - There is a lot of teamwork in our community. | 1 | 12.5 | 1 | 12.5 | 1 | 12.5 | 5 | 62.5 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 63 - Discipline is handled fairly in my school. | 0 | 0.0 | 3 | 37.5 | 5 | 62.5 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 64 - I have been encouraged to establish career or educational goals at school. | 6 | 75.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 2 | 25.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 65 - If I have a personal problem, I can talk to the counselor. | 0 | 0.0 | 1 | 12.5 | 7 | 87.5 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 66 - My counselor has helped me create a plan to reach my educational and/or career goals. | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 5 | 62.5 | 3 | 37.5 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 67 - I know how to use electronic resources to locate information. | 2 | 25.0 | 6 | 75.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Data Collected in Spring, 2004 |
| Tables Posted April 16, 2005 |
| Mo Dept of Elementary & Secondary Education |