MSIP Advanced Questionnaire

Secondary Students Frequency Distribution Report

MEHLVILLE R-IX School district

What is your sex? (I am a: boy/girl)
SEC1	Frequency	Percent
MALE	2544	49.36
FEMALE	2610	50.64

Frequency Missing = 16

 

What grade are you in?
SEC2	Frequency	Percent
6TH	5	0.10
7TH	1010	19.60
8TH	973	18.89
9TH	861	16.71
10TH	890	17.27
11TH	777	15.08
12TH	636	12.34

Frequency Missing = 18

 

Which best describes you?
SEC3	Frequency	Percent
WHITE	4202	81.81
BLACK	622	12.11
ASIAN/ORIENTAL	105	2.04
AMERICAN INDIAN	40	0.78
HISPANIC	53	1.03
MULTI-RACIAL	114	2.22

Frequency Missing = 34

 

How far in school did your mother go?
SEC4	Frequency	Percent
UNDER 8TH	33	0.64
FINISHED 8TH	111	2.15
H.S. GRAD	1281	24.87
POST SECONDARY	1176	22.83
COLLEGE GRAD	1851	35.93
DON T KNOW	699	13.57

Frequency Missing = 19

 

How far in school did your father go?
SEC5	Frequency	Percent
UNDER 8TH	27	0.52
FINISHED 8TH	112	2.17
H.S. GRAD	1017	19.75
POST SECONDARY	956	18.56
COLLEGE GRAD	2003	38.89
DON T KNOW	1035	20.10

Frequency Missing = 20

 

How many days of school did you miss last month?
SEC6	Frequency	Percent
NONE	3514	68.14
1 OR 2 DAYS	1103	21.39
3 OR 4 DAYS	324	6.28
5 TO 10 DAYS	149	2.89
MORE THAN 10 DAYS	67	1.30

Frequency Missing = 13

 

How many hours of television do you usually watch each day?
SEC7	Frequency	Percent
ONE HR. OR LESS	1584	30.70
TWO HRS.	1409	27.31
THREE HRS.	1021	19.79
FOUR HRS.	552	10.70
FIVE HRS.	252	4.88
SIX + HRS.	342	6.63

Frequency Missing = 10

 

What is the one thing that is likely to take the largest share of your time in the year after you leave high school?
SEC8	Frequency	Percent
WORK FULL-TIME	297	5.78
TWO YEAR SCHOOL	586	11.41
FOUR YEAR SCHOOL	3507	68.26
MILITARY	217	4.22
OTHER	531	10.33

Frequency Missing = 32

 

Which of the following best describes your grades so far in school?
SEC9	Frequency	Percent
A	1402	27.25
A & B	1639	31.86
B	623	12.11
B & C	886	17.22
C	257	5.00
C & D	251	4.88
D	40	0.78
BELOW D	47	0.91

Frequency Missing = 25

 

How much time do you usually spend on homework each day?
SEC10	Frequency	Percent
NONE ASSIGNED	141	2.73
DON T DO IT	254	4.92
1/2 HR. OR LESS	1384	26.83
ONE HOUR	2160	41.87
TWO HOURS	868	16.82
MORE THAN 2 HRS	352	6.82

Frequency Missing = 11

 

About how many hours per week do you usually work in a part-time job? Exclude summer vacation time.
SEC11	Frequency	Percent
NONE	3077	59.68
UNDER 6 HRS.	666	12.92
6 TO 10 HRS.	355	6.89
11 TO 15 HRS.	317	6.15
16 TO 20 HRS.	385	7.47
21 TO 25 HRS.	196	3.80
MORE THAN 25	160	3.10

Frequency Missing = 14

 

How would you describe the quality of education available to you in this school?
SEC12	Frequency	Percent
EXCELLENT	930	18.05
GOOD	2557	49.63
AVERAGE	1409	27.35
BELOW AVERAGE	136	2.64
POOR	120	2.33

Frequency Missing = 18

 

How many hours each week do you usually spend in extra-curricular activities associated with school? - excluding sports?
SEC13	Frequency	Percent
NONE	2183	42.47
1 TO 2 HRS.	1276	24.82
3 TO 5 HRS.	731	14.22
6 TO 10 HRS.	411	8.00
11 TO 15 HRS.	283	5.51
16 TO 20 HRS.	154	3.00
MORE THAN 20	102	1.98

Frequency Missing = 30

 

I use computers in school: Daily; Several times a week; Once a week; Once every two weeks; Infrequently; Not at all.
SEC14	Frequency	Percent
Daily	379	7.36
Several Times/wk	817	15.88
Once a week	396	7.70
Once 2/wks	382	7.42
Infrequently	1991	38.69
Not at all	1181	22.95

Frequency Missing = 24

 

Which of the following best describes the high school program you will complete?
SEC15	Frequency	Percent
College prep.	2917	58.79
Voc./ tech.	523	10.54
General	1522	30.67

Frequency Missing = 208

 

Talk to one of your parents about your experiences in school.
SEC16A	Frequency	Percent
Not at all	317	6.35
Rarely	979	19.60
Occasionally	1983	39.69
Regularly	1717	34.37

Frequency Missing = 174

 

Talk to one of your parents about your plans for high school.
sec16b	Frequency	Percent
Not at all	645	12.93
Rarely	1443	28.92
Occasionally	1859	37.25
Regularly	1043	20.90

Frequency Missing = 180

 

Talk to one of your parents about your plans for after high school.
SEC16C	Frequency	Percent
Not at all	498	10.00
Rarely	1181	23.71
Occasionally	1775	35.64
Regularly	1527	30.66

Frequency Missing = 189

Data Collected in Fall, 2002

Tables Posted April 15, 2005

Mo Dept of Elementary & Secondary Education

 

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MSIP Advanced Questionnaire

Secondary Students Frequency Distribution Report

MEHLVILLE R-IX School district

	Strongly Agree		Agree		Neutral		Disagree		Strongly Disagree
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.	552	10.7	2,414	46.8	1,625	31.5	387	7.5	176	3.4	16
18 - I am satisfied with the variety of courses this school offers.	789	15.4	2,561	49.8	1,246	24.2	408	7.9	136	2.6	30
19 - My teachers make clear what I'm supposed to learn.	854	16.7	2,474	48.3	1,321	25.8	356	7.0	116	2.3	49
20 - The classes I took last year prepared me for this year's subjects.	812	15.9	2,300	44.9	1,307	25.5	508	9.9	193	3.8	50
21 - Most of my teachers are organized and well prepared to teach.	1,351	26.5	2,527	49.6	955	18.8	189	3.7	71	1.4	77
22 - In most classes, if I am having trouble learning something, my teacher usually finds another way to help me understand.	1,103	21.6	2,326	45.5	1,192	23.3	359	7.0	132	2.6	58
23 - Most of my teachers inform me about my progress in their class.	733	14.2	2,352	45.7	1,381	26.8	530	10.3	154	3.0	20
24 - My teachers make learning interesting.	475	9.2	1,652	32.2	2,041	39.7	687	13.4	282	5.5	33
25 - I am given opportunities to work and learn independently.	1,030	20.1	2,804	54.7	1,041	20.3	164	3.2	88	1.7	43
26 - My teachers want me to contribute my thoughts in class.	1,268	24.7	2,485	48.4	1,115	21.7	187	3.6	77	1.5	38
27 - In my school, all students are given a chance to succeed.	1,693	33.1	2,229	43.6	889	17.4	204	4.0	100	2.0	55
28 - There is good communication between teachers and students.	655	12.8	2,125	41.5	1,680	32.8	485	9.5	174	3.4	51
29 - I feel safe at school.	985	19.2	2,078	40.5	1,418	27.6	396	7.7	257	5.0	36
30 - There is a feeling of belonging at my school.	811	15.8	2,092	40.7	1,537	29.9	459	8.9	247	4.8	24
31 - My parents have a good idea of what goes on at school.	884	17.2	1,969	38.3	1,383	26.9	608	11.8	298	5.8	28
32 - Most teenagers around here drink a lot.	1,084	21.2	1,137	22.2	1,534	30.0	679	13.3	686	13.4	50
33 - Teachers in my school really care about me.	677	13.3	1,731	34.0	1,916	37.6	520	10.2	253	5.0	73
34 - I learn about other cultures in school.	644	12.6	2,211	43.1	1,573	30.7	506	9.9	197	3.8	39
35 - I am encouraged to do my best on the MAP test.	1,997	38.8	2,062	40.0	842	16.3	156	3.0	95	1.8	18
36 - I know how to find information I need to complete class projects.	1,150	22.3	2,804	54.5	946	18.4	167	3.2	82	1.6	21
37 - My teachers can assist me in using computers effectively.	620	12.1	2,320	45.2	1,625	31.7	401	7.8	165	3.2	39
38 - If a student has a problem there are teachers who will listen and help.	1,164	22.7	2,503	48.9	1,152	22.5	194	3.8	110	2.1	47
39 - In our community people tend to trust each other.	392	7.7	1,669	32.6	2,034	39.8	685	13.4	334	6.5	56
40 - Our classes are often interrupted.	491	9.6	1,149	22.6	1,892	37.2	1,304	25.6	254	5.0	80
41 - Vocational education is an essential part of the district's program of studies.	411	8.1	1,439	28.4	2,694	53.2	345	6.8	172	3.4	109
42 - I have fun learning.	491	9.5	1,507	29.3	1,889	36.7	732	14.2	531	10.3	20
43 - My teachers think I can learn.	1,498	29.1	2,528	49.1	898	17.4	136	2.6	93	1.8	17
44 - The community is proud of this school.	750	14.6	1,904	37.1	1,912	37.3	381	7.4	180	3.5	43
45 - Our library has up-to-date resource materials.	820	16.0	1,892	36.9	1,670	32.5	491	9.6	260	5.1	37
46 - Students at my school are friendly.	471	9.2	1,840	35.9	1,911	37.2	598	11.7	311	6.1	39
47 - This school is a good place to learn.	788	15.4	2,420	47.3	1,458	28.5	285	5.6	163	3.2	56
48 - My school provides me with the textbooks and learning materials I need to learn.	1,532	29.9	2,535	49.5	826	16.1	151	2.9	80	1.6	46
49 - My teachers are good teachers.	1,167	22.7	2,416	46.9	1,247	24.2	191	3.7	126	2.4	23
50 - My school building is in good condition.	616	12.0	1,679	32.7	1,400	27.2	773	15.0	672	13.1	30
51 - Drugs are a problem among teenagers in this community.	892	17.4	1,246	24.3	1,763	34.4	719	14.0	500	9.8	50
52 - I can get access to the internet at school when I need it.	1,003	19.6	2,332	45.5	1,243	24.3	352	6.9	192	3.7	48
53 - I like going to this school.	907	17.7	1,957	38.1	1,432	27.9	443	8.6	393	7.7	38
54 - My family believes that I can do well in school.	2,494	48.5	1,950	38.0	545	10.6	81	1.6	67	1.3	33
55 - This community is a good place for a kid to grow up.	1,077	21.1	2,331	45.6	1,364	26.7	198	3.9	146	2.9	54
56 - I would attend a different school if I could.	609	11.9	701	13.7	1,399	27.3	1,337	26.1	1,078	21.0	46
57 - Teachers treat me with respect.	1,067	20.8	2,309	45.1	1,290	25.2	285	5.6	167	3.3	52
58 - All students have an equal opportunity to take the courses they want.	795	15.5	2,078	40.6	1,369	26.7	593	11.6	284	5.5	51
59 - My teachers expect very good work from me.	1,393	27.2	2,558	49.9	981	19.1	121	2.4	70	1.4	47
60 - I am treated fairly at school.	836	16.3	2,459	48.0	1,330	26.0	307	6.0	189	3.7	49
61 - I have had lessons in school on how to use computers.	1,071	20.9	2,256	44.0	1,085	21.1	455	8.9	265	5.2	38
62 - There is a lot of teamwork in our community.	551	10.8	1,598	31.3	2,212	43.3	528	10.3	219	4.3	62
63 - Discipline is handled fairly in my school.	699	13.6	1,870	36.4	1,561	30.4	562	10.9	446	8.7	32
64 - I have been encouraged to establish career or educational goals at school.	1,052	20.5	2,327	45.4	1,331	26.0	278	5.4	140	2.7	42
65 - If I have a personal problem, I can talk to the counselor.	1,191	23.2	1,869	36.4	1,248	24.3	450	8.8	382	7.4	30
66 - My counselor has helped me create a plan to reach my educational and/or career goals.	512	10.0	1,219	23.7	1,756	34.2	968	18.8	682	13.3	33
67 - I know how to use electronic resources to locate information.	1,314	25.5	2,190	42.6	1,241	24.1	251	4.9	148	2.9	26

Data Collected in Fall, 2002

Tables Posted April 15, 2005

Mo Dept of Elementary & Secondary Education