| MSIP Advanced Questionnaire |
| Secondary Students Frequency Distribution Report |
| CRYSTAL CITY 47 School district |
| What is your sex? (I am a: boy/girl) |
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| SEC1 | Frequency | Percent |
| MALE | 151 | 47.94 |
| FEMALE | 164 | 52.06 |
| Frequency Missing = 2 |
| What grade are you in? | ||
| SEC2 | Frequency | Percent |
| 6TH | 32 | 10.19 |
| 7TH | 25 | 7.96 |
| 8TH | 11 | 3.50 |
| 9TH | 58 | 18.47 |
| 10TH | 62 | 19.75 |
| 11TH | 61 | 19.43 |
| 12TH | 65 | 20.70 |
| Frequency Missing = 3 |
| Which best describes you? | ||
| SEC3 | Frequency | Percent |
| WHITE | 293 | 93.61 |
| BLACK | 4 | 1.28 |
| ASIAN/ORIENTAL | 1 | 0.32 |
| AMERICAN INDIAN | 2 | 0.64 |
| HISPANIC | 3 | 0.96 |
| MULTI-RACIAL | 10 | 3.19 |
| Frequency Missing = 4 |
| How far in school did your mother go? |
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| SEC4 | Frequency | Percent |
| UNDER 8TH | 2 | 0.63 |
| FINISHED 8TH | 14 | 4.43 |
| H.S. GRAD | 111 | 35.13 |
| POST SECONDARY | 84 | 26.58 |
| COLLEGE GRAD | 74 | 23.42 |
| DON T KNOW | 31 | 9.81 |
| Frequency Missing = 1 |
| How far in school did your father go? |
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| SEC5 | Frequency | Percent |
| UNDER 8TH | 2 | 0.63 |
| FINISHED 8TH | 10 | 3.16 |
| H.S. GRAD | 119 | 37.66 |
| POST SECONDARY | 65 | 20.57 |
| COLLEGE GRAD | 72 | 22.78 |
| DON T KNOW | 48 | 15.19 |
| Frequency Missing = 1 |
| How many days of school did you miss last month? |
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| SEC6 | Frequency | Percent |
| NONE | 146 | 46.50 |
| 1 OR 2 DAYS | 104 | 33.12 |
| 3 OR 4 DAYS | 45 | 14.33 |
| 5 TO 10 DAYS | 19 | 6.05 |
| 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 | 105 | 33.23 |
| TWO HRS. | 80 | 25.32 |
| THREE HRS. | 67 | 21.20 |
| FOUR HRS. | 33 | 10.44 |
| FIVE HRS. | 17 | 5.38 |
| SIX + HRS. | 14 | 4.43 |
| 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 | 39 | 12.42 |
| TWO YEAR SCHOOL | 92 | 29.30 |
| FOUR YEAR SCHOOL | 142 | 45.22 |
| MILITARY | 12 | 3.82 |
| OTHER | 29 | 9.24 |
| Frequency Missing = 3 |
| Which of the following best describes your grades so far in school? |
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| SEC9 | Frequency | Percent |
| A | 65 | 20.50 |
| A & B | 78 | 24.61 |
| B | 41 | 12.93 |
| B & C | 68 | 21.45 |
| C | 33 | 10.41 |
| C & D | 24 | 7.57 |
| D | 7 | 2.21 |
| BELOW D | 1 | 0.32 |
| How much time do you usually spend on homework each day? |
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| SEC10 | Frequency | Percent |
| NONE ASSIGNED | 62 | 19.62 |
| DON T DO IT | 25 | 7.91 |
| 1/2 HR. OR LESS | 122 | 38.61 |
| ONE HOUR | 76 | 24.05 |
| TWO HOURS | 26 | 8.23 |
| MORE THAN 2 HRS | 5 | 1.58 |
| 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 | 195 | 62.10 |
| UNDER 6 HRS. | 29 | 9.24 |
| 6 TO 10 HRS. | 17 | 5.41 |
| 11 TO 15 HRS. | 21 | 6.69 |
| 16 TO 20 HRS. | 19 | 6.05 |
| 21 TO 25 HRS. | 16 | 5.10 |
| MORE THAN 25 | 17 | 5.41 |
| Frequency Missing = 3 |
| How would you describe the quality of education available to you in this school? |
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| SEC12 | Frequency | Percent |
| EXCELLENT | 27 | 8.57 |
| GOOD | 118 | 37.46 |
| AVERAGE | 121 | 38.41 |
| BELOW AVERAGE | 32 | 10.16 |
| POOR | 17 | 5.40 |
| 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 | 112 | 35.33 |
| 1 TO 2 HRS. | 74 | 23.34 |
| 3 TO 5 HRS. | 41 | 12.93 |
| 6 TO 10 HRS. | 30 | 9.46 |
| 11 TO 15 HRS. | 38 | 11.99 |
| 16 TO 20 HRS. | 15 | 4.73 |
| MORE THAN 20 | 7 | 2.21 |
| 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 | 36 | 11.43 |
| Several Times/wk | 83 | 26.35 |
| Once a week | 15 | 4.76 |
| Once 2/wks | 8 | 2.54 |
| Infrequently | 73 | 23.17 |
| Not at all | 100 | 31.75 |
| Frequency Missing = 2 |
| Which of the following best describes the high school program you will complete? |
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| SEC15 | Frequency | Percent |
| College prep. | 125 | 40.45 |
| Voc./ tech. | 25 | 8.09 |
| General | 159 | 51.46 |
| Frequency Missing = 8 |
| Talk to one of your parents about your experiences in school. |
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| SEC16A | Frequency | Percent |
| Not at all | 22 | 7.17 |
| Rarely | 65 | 21.17 |
| Occasionally | 114 | 37.13 |
| Regularly | 106 | 34.53 |
| Frequency Missing = 10 |
| Talk to one of your parents about your plans for high school. |
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| sec16b | Frequency | Percent |
| Not at all | 41 | 13.36 |
| Rarely | 94 | 30.62 |
| Occasionally | 116 | 37.79 |
| Regularly | 56 | 18.24 |
| Frequency Missing = 10 |
| Talk to one of your parents about your plans for after high school. |
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| SEC16C | Frequency | Percent |
| Not at all | 22 | 7.17 |
| Rarely | 59 | 19.22 |
| Occasionally | 127 | 41.37 |
| Regularly | 99 | 32.25 |
| Frequency Missing = 10 |
| Data Collected in Spring, 2003 |
| Tables Posted April 16, 2005 |
| Mo Dept of Elementary & Secondary Education |
| MSIP Advanced Questionnaire |
| Secondary Students Frequency Distribution Report |
| CRYSTAL CITY 47 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 | 5.1 | 108 | 34.3 | 115 | 36.5 | 45 | 14.3 | 31 | 9.8 | 2 |
| 18 - I am satisfied with the variety of courses this school offers. | 27 | 8.5 | 94 | 29.7 | 92 | 29.1 | 73 | 23.1 | 30 | 9.5 | 1 |
| 19 - My teachers make clear what I'm supposed to learn. | 35 | 11.1 | 141 | 44.9 | 94 | 29.9 | 30 | 9.6 | 14 | 4.5 | 3 |
| 20 - The classes I took last year prepared me for this year's subjects. | 46 | 14.6 | 110 | 34.8 | 88 | 27.8 | 46 | 14.6 | 26 | 8.2 | 1 |
| 21 - Most of my teachers are organized and well prepared to teach. | 49 | 15.7 | 145 | 46.3 | 81 | 25.9 | 28 | 8.9 | 10 | 3.2 | 4 |
| 22 - In most classes, if I am having trouble learning something, my teacher usually finds another way to help me understand. | 61 | 19.4 | 142 | 45.2 | 68 | 21.7 | 29 | 9.2 | 14 | 4.5 | 3 |
| 23 - Most of my teachers inform me about my progress in their class. | 37 | 11.8 | 139 | 44.3 | 79 | 25.2 | 39 | 12.4 | 20 | 6.4 | 3 |
| 24 - My teachers make learning interesting. | 21 | 6.6 | 80 | 25.2 | 132 | 41.6 | 45 | 14.2 | 39 | 12.3 | 0 |
| 25 - I am given opportunities to work and learn independently. | 44 | 14.0 | 158 | 50.2 | 90 | 28.6 | 15 | 4.8 | 8 | 2.5 | 2 |
| 26 - My teachers want me to contribute my thoughts in class. | 48 | 15.3 | 136 | 43.5 | 97 | 31.0 | 22 | 7.0 | 10 | 3.2 | 4 |
| 27 - In my school, all students are given a chance to succeed. | 77 | 24.7 | 147 | 47.1 | 52 | 16.7 | 20 | 6.4 | 16 | 5.1 | 5 |
| 28 - There is good communication between teachers and students. | 40 | 12.7 | 110 | 34.8 | 110 | 34.8 | 38 | 12.0 | 18 | 5.7 | 1 |
| 29 - I feel safe at school. | 79 | 25.1 | 134 | 42.5 | 67 | 21.3 | 18 | 5.7 | 17 | 5.4 | 2 |
| 30 - There is a feeling of belonging at my school. | 53 | 16.8 | 123 | 38.9 | 83 | 26.3 | 30 | 9.5 | 27 | 8.5 | 1 |
| 31 - My parents have a good idea of what goes on at school. | 65 | 20.6 | 121 | 38.3 | 76 | 24.1 | 31 | 9.8 | 23 | 7.3 | 1 |
| 32 - Most teenagers around here drink a lot. | 94 | 29.7 | 98 | 31.0 | 72 | 22.8 | 32 | 10.1 | 20 | 6.3 | 1 |
| 33 - Teachers in my school really care about me. | 37 | 11.8 | 111 | 35.5 | 104 | 33.2 | 34 | 10.9 | 27 | 8.6 | 4 |
| 34 - I learn about other cultures in school. | 37 | 11.7 | 105 | 33.3 | 105 | 33.3 | 43 | 13.7 | 25 | 7.9 | 2 |
| 35 - I am encouraged to do my best on the MAP test. | 134 | 42.3 | 118 | 37.2 | 48 | 15.1 | 12 | 3.8 | 5 | 1.6 | 0 |
| 36 - I know how to find information I need to complete class projects. | 69 | 21.9 | 166 | 52.7 | 57 | 18.1 | 16 | 5.1 | 7 | 2.2 | 2 |
| 37 - My teachers can assist me in using computers effectively. | 34 | 10.8 | 136 | 43.2 | 88 | 27.9 | 27 | 8.6 | 30 | 9.5 | 2 |
| 38 - If a student has a problem there are teachers who will listen and help. | 66 | 21.2 | 153 | 49.0 | 68 | 21.8 | 16 | 5.1 | 9 | 2.9 | 5 |
| 39 - In our community people tend to trust each other. | 30 | 9.6 | 126 | 40.3 | 102 | 32.6 | 39 | 12.5 | 16 | 5.1 | 4 |
| 40 - Our classes are often interrupted. | 43 | 13.7 | 69 | 21.9 | 140 | 44.4 | 56 | 17.8 | 7 | 2.2 | 2 |
| 41 - Vocational education is an essential part of the district's program of studies. | 15 | 4.9 | 67 | 21.8 | 182 | 59.1 | 32 | 10.4 | 12 | 3.9 | 9 |
| 42 - I have fun learning. | 25 | 8.1 | 91 | 29.4 | 96 | 31.0 | 47 | 15.2 | 51 | 16.5 | 7 |
| 43 - My teachers think I can learn. | 87 | 27.9 | 152 | 48.7 | 56 | 17.9 | 12 | 3.8 | 5 | 1.6 | 5 |
| 44 - The community is proud of this school. | 25 | 8.1 | 84 | 27.3 | 116 | 37.7 | 44 | 14.3 | 39 | 12.7 | 9 |
| 45 - Our library has up-to-date resource materials. | 47 | 15.1 | 89 | 28.5 | 105 | 33.7 | 38 | 12.2 | 33 | 10.6 | 5 |
| 46 - Students at my school are friendly. | 35 | 11.1 | 125 | 39.8 | 107 | 34.1 | 29 | 9.2 | 18 | 5.7 | 3 |
| 47 - This school is a good place to learn. | 29 | 9.2 | 121 | 38.5 | 112 | 35.7 | 29 | 9.2 | 23 | 7.3 | 3 |
| 48 - My school provides me with the textbooks and learning materials I need to learn. | 72 | 23.0 | 149 | 47.6 | 71 | 22.7 | 16 | 5.1 | 5 | 1.6 | 4 |
| 49 - My teachers are good teachers. | 60 | 19.4 | 141 | 45.5 | 74 | 23.9 | 19 | 6.1 | 16 | 5.2 | 7 |
| 50 - My school building is in good condition. | 16 | 5.2 | 91 | 29.4 | 106 | 34.2 | 53 | 17.1 | 44 | 14.2 | 7 |
| 51 - Drugs are a problem among teenagers in this community. | 53 | 17.0 | 79 | 25.4 | 117 | 37.6 | 47 | 15.1 | 15 | 4.8 | 6 |
| 52 - I can get access to the internet at school when I need it. | 58 | 18.6 | 114 | 36.7 | 73 | 23.5 | 34 | 10.9 | 32 | 10.3 | 6 |
| 53 - I like going to this school. | 62 | 20.0 | 109 | 35.2 | 66 | 21.3 | 39 | 12.6 | 34 | 11.0 | 7 |
| 54 - My family believes that I can do well in school. | 158 | 50.8 | 115 | 37.0 | 29 | 9.3 | 6 | 1.9 | 3 | 1.0 | 6 |
| 55 - This community is a good place for a kid to grow up. | 75 | 24.0 | 120 | 38.5 | 87 | 27.9 | 15 | 4.8 | 15 | 4.8 | 5 |
| 56 - I would attend a different school if I could. | 46 | 14.7 | 40 | 12.8 | 85 | 27.2 | 62 | 19.8 | 80 | 25.6 | 4 |
| 57 - Teachers treat me with respect. | 63 | 20.4 | 121 | 39.2 | 85 | 27.5 | 19 | 6.1 | 21 | 6.8 | 8 |
| 58 - All students have an equal opportunity to take the courses they want. | 45 | 14.8 | 111 | 36.4 | 96 | 31.5 | 36 | 11.8 | 17 | 5.6 | 12 |
| 59 - My teachers expect very good work from me. | 77 | 24.8 | 135 | 43.4 | 78 | 25.1 | 17 | 5.5 | 4 | 1.3 | 6 |
| 60 - I am treated fairly at school. | 41 | 13.2 | 138 | 44.5 | 81 | 26.1 | 26 | 8.4 | 24 | 7.7 | 7 |
| 61 - I have had lessons in school on how to use computers. | 65 | 20.8 | 118 | 37.8 | 50 | 16.0 | 32 | 10.3 | 47 | 15.1 | 5 |
| 62 - There is a lot of teamwork in our community. | 28 | 9.2 | 80 | 26.4 | 143 | 47.2 | 34 | 11.2 | 18 | 5.9 | 14 |
| 63 - Discipline is handled fairly in my school. | 25 | 8.1 | 98 | 31.7 | 106 | 34.3 | 29 | 9.4 | 51 | 16.5 | 8 |
| 64 - I have been encouraged to establish career or educational goals at school. | 59 | 19.5 | 123 | 40.7 | 88 | 29.1 | 19 | 6.3 | 13 | 4.3 | 15 |
| 65 - If I have a personal problem, I can talk to the counselor. | 59 | 19.2 | 99 | 32.1 | 71 | 23.1 | 40 | 13.0 | 39 | 12.7 | 9 |
| 66 - My counselor has helped me create a plan to reach my educational and/or career goals. | 40 | 13.0 | 71 | 23.1 | 91 | 29.6 | 60 | 19.5 | 45 | 14.7 | 10 |
| 67 - I know how to use electronic resources to locate information. | 73 | 23.9 | 112 | 36.6 | 79 | 25.8 | 24 | 7.8 | 18 | 5.9 | 11 |
| Data Collected in Spring, 2003 |
| Tables Posted April 16, 2005 |
| Mo Dept of Elementary & Secondary Education |