Parent and Community Survey

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1 Parent and Community Survey Results and Analysis Lake Washington School District May 20 June 12, 2014

2 Overview Parents and community members were invited to share feedback on opportunities for the district to enhance and improve its ability to provide the best education for children. The survey was open for participation from May 20 June 12, This presentation provides a district-level overview of survey results for the school year. Additionally, parent data is segmented by grade level (Elementary, Middle and High). 2

3 Participation Responding Group Total Number of Responses Parents 2,365 Community Members 19 Other 22 Total 2,406 Parent Participants by Grade Level Total Number of Responses Elementary School Parents 1,118 Middle School Parents 546 High School Parents 679 3

4 Main Findings

5 Parent & Community Survey Findings What is your level agreement with the following statements? Answer options: Strongly Agree, Somewhat Agree, Somewhat Disagree, Strongly Disagree The school has a clearly defined purpose and mission. I have a clear understanding of what the school is trying to accomplish. I support the goals of the school. The school's primary emphasis is improving student learning. The school communicates its goals effectively to families and the community. 88% 90% 86% 87% 83% 82% 89% 91% 89% 87% 88% 82% 82% 76% 80% 75% 71% 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% Strongly Agree or Somewhat Agree Overall (N=2,404) ES Parents (N=1,105) MS Parents (N=541) HS Parents (N=674) 5

6 Parent & Community Survey Findings What is your level agreement with the following statements? Answer options: Strongly Agree, Somewhat Agree, Somewhat Disagree, Strongly Disagree All students in the school are expected to meet high standards. Children understand what needs to be learned. School work is meaningful and made relevant. Teachers do whatever it takes to help my child meet high academic standards. Teachers make adjustments to meet an individual student's needs. 79% 82% 75% 79% 79% 83% 73% 78% 76% 81% 72% 73% 72% 79% 66% 65% 71% 77% 66% 66% 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% Strongly Agree or Somewhat Agree Overall (N=2,404) ES Parents (N=1,105) MS Parents (N=541) HS Parents (N=674) 6

7 Parent & Community Survey Findings What is your level agreement with the following statements? Answer options: Strongly Agree, Somewhat Agree, Somewhat Disagree, Strongly Disagree Classes challenge students to think and solve problems. Students receive detailed information about the quality of the work they do. Teachers give students extra help if it is needed. Grades are given in a fair manner. Students respect those who are different from them. 83% 83% 83% 70% 76% 65% 67% 80% 84% 76% 78% 84% 89% 82% 81% 88% 90% 86% 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% Strongly Agree or Somewhat Agree Overall (N=2,391) ES Parents (N=1,102) MS Parents (N=540) HS Parents (N=666) 7

8 Parent & Community Survey Findings What is your level agreement with the following statements? Answer options: Strongly Agree, Somewhat Agree, Somewhat Disagree, Strongly Disagree The adults in the school show respect for all students. Discipline problems are handled fairly. School leaders act fairly and with integrity. My child feels safe at school. The school environment helps the learning process. 87% 91% 87% 83% 86% 86% 84% 88% 89% 89% 86% 92% 93% 90% 92% 83% 88% 79% 78% 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% Strongly Agree or Somewhat Agree Overall (N=2,391) ES Parents (N=1,102) MS Parents (N=540) HS Parents (N=666) 8

9 Parent & Community Survey Findings What is your level agreement with the following statements? Answer options: Strongly Agree, Somewhat Agree, Somewhat Disagree, Strongly Disagree School staff members listen carefully when I express my opinions and concerns. Teachers are constantly trying to become better teachers. The teachers and other adults in my school show respect for each other. School leaders show they care about all students. The adults in the school work well together. 82% 84% 76% 83% 88% 79% 78% 93% 94% 92% 92% 86% 90% 87% 79% 91% 93% 91% 89% 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% Strongly Agree or Somewhat Agree Overall (N=2,326) ES Parents (N=1,082) MS Parents (N=526) HS Parents (N=637) 9

10 Parent & Community Survey Findings What is your level agreement with the following statements? Answer options: Strongly Agree, Somewhat Agree, Somewhat Disagree, Strongly Disagree The school contacts the families of students who are struggling academically. There is frequent two-way communication between school staff and families. I feel welcome when I visit the school. The school works with many community organizations to support its students. Many parents and adults from the community come and help at the school. 77% 69% 71% 70% 80% 65% 57% 87% 90% 86% 83% 82% 80% 80% 93% 80% 78% 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% Strongly Agree or Somewhat Agree Overall (N=2,326) ES Parents (N=1,082) MS Parents (N=526) HS Parents (N=637) 10

11 Highest and Lowest Ranking Indicators

12 Overall (Community & Parent Participants) Highest Ranking Indicators: (Strongly Agree + Somewhat Agree) 1. The teachers and other adults in my school show respect for each other. (93%) 2. My child feels safe at school. (92%) 3. The adults in the school work well together. (91%) Lowest Ranking Indicators: (Strongly Agree + Somewhat Agree) 1. Teachers make adjustments to meet an individual student's needs. (71%) 2. Students receive detailed information about the quality of the work they do. (70%) 3. There is frequent two-way communication between school staff and families. (70%) 12

13 Elementary School Parents Highest Ranking Indicators: (Strongly Agree + Somewhat Agree) 1. The teachers and other adults in my school show respect for each other. (94%) 2. My child feels safe at school. (93%) 3. Many parents and adults from the community come and help at the school. (93%) Lowest Ranking Indicators: (Strongly Agree + Somewhat Agree) 1. Teachers do whatever it takes to help my child meet high academic standards. (79%) 2. Teachers make adjustments to meet an individual student's needs. (77%) 3. Students receive detailed information about the quality of the work they do. (76%) 13

14 Middle School Parents Highest Ranking Indicators: (Strongly Agree + Somewhat Agree) 1. The teachers and other adults in my school show respect for each other. (92%) 2. The adults in the school work well together. (91%) 3. My child feels safe at school. (90%) Lowest Ranking Indicators: (Strongly Agree + Somewhat Agree) 1. Teachers make adjustments to meet an individual student's needs. (66%) 2. There is frequent two-way communication between school staff and families. (65%) 3. Students receive detailed information about the quality of the work they do. (65%) 14

15 High School Parents Highest Ranking Indicators: (Strongly Agree + Somewhat Agree) 1. My child feels safe at school. (92%) 2. The teachers and other adults in my school show respect for each other. (92%) 3. The adults in the school work well together. (89%) Lowest Ranking Indicators: (Strongly Agree + Somewhat Agree) 1. Teachers make adjustments to meet an individual student's needs. (66%) 2. Teachers do whatever it takes to help my child meet high academic standards. (65%) 3. There is frequent two-way communication between school staff and families. (57%) 15

16 Demographic Information

17 Relationship and School Level What is your relationship to the school? (N=2,406) Please check the level of the school. (N=2,356) Parent of student(s) 98% Elementary School 47% Middle School 23% Community member 1% High School 29% Other 1% Other 1% 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% Note: Only parents of student(s) were given the opportunity to answer this question. 17

18 Gender and Race/Ethnicity What is your gender? (N=2,344) What is your race/ethnicity? (N=2,355) White/Caucasian (N=1,831) 78% 76% Asian (N=316) Multi-racial (N=59) Other (N=68) Hispanic/Latino (N=56) 13% 3% 3% 2% 24% African American/Black (N=13) Native American (N=5) Pacific Islander (N=7) 1% 0% 0% Male Female 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% 18

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