School Quality Survey


Please answer the questions below.  IF YOU HAVE CHILDREN IN MORE THAN ONE SCHOOL, PLEASE FILL THE SURVEY OUT ONCE FOR EACH SCHOOL, SELECTING THE SUBJECT SCHOOL IN QUESTION 2.

  1. Please provide the following contact information:
    Name
    Work Phone
    Home Phone
    E-mail
  2. My child(ren) attend(s) or I work at:


  3. My child(ren) is/are in or I teach/serve the following grade(s) (if you are an employee that serves the entire school, click all that apply):
    Kindergarten  First         Second        Third       
    Fourth        Fifth         Sixth         Seventh     
    Eighth        Ninth         Tenth         Eleventh    
    Twelfth       
  4. My child(ren) (or the children I serve) is/are prepared for the next grade by the end of the school year.

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  5. The school offers quality educational programs and a variety of courses based on the California Content Standards.

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  6. The school emphasizes student thinking and problem-solving, not just memory work.

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  7. My child(ren) (or the children I serve) has/have homework that helps him/her/them learn better.

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  8. Teachers give students a variety of ways to show how well they have learned (for example, projects, portfolios, presentations).

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  9. Teachers tell me how well my child is doing in his/her classes.

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  10. My child(ren) (or the children I serve) feel(s) safe in school.

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  11. If my child(ren) (or the children I serve) became ill or injured at school, he/she/they would get the care needed.

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  12. The school is clean and well maintained.

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  13. Most of the students at my school are well behaved.

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  14. The school handles discipline problems quickly and fairly.

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  15. Gangs are not a problem at the school.

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  16. The school is orderly and supports learning.

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  17. I can freely express my opinions or concerns to the school staff.

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  18. The parents and the school can talk with one another openly and with respect.

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  19. My child's teachers really care about and respect the students.

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  20. Parents participate in important decisions about their children's education (for example, discipline, homework).

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  21. I feel my child(ren) (or the children I serve) is/are free from threats, bullying, and harassment at school.

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  22. I am satisfied with the subjects taught and the programs offered at the school.

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  23. At the beginning of the school year or semester, my child's teacher(s) clearly tells me what he or she is expected to learn.

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  24. Teacher(s) provide extra help when my child needs it.

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  25. At school, students have regular access to computers for their school work.

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  26. The school expects all students to learn well.

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  27. School activities are available to meet my child(ren)'s (or the children I serve) interests and talents (for example, sports, clubs, music).

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  28. The school encourages me to attend school events by scheduling them at appropriate times.

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  29. I check my child(ren)'s homework regularly.

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  30. I talk to my child(ren) about school regularly.

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  31. My child(ren)'s teachers are well prepared and know what they are doing.

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  32. The school responds to parent concerns or suggestions in a timely manner.

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  33. The school welcomes and encourages parents to be involved in all kinds of ways (for example, PTA, PFC, classroom volunteers, tutoring their children at home).

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  34. I take part in and support school and classroom activities.

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  35. The school keeps me informed about what goes on at the school.

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  36. The school clearly tells me what the school's goals are.

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  37. I am satisfied with how much my child(ren) is/are learning at school.

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  38. Overall, I am satisfied with the school.

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  39. I would recommend the school to other parents.

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  40. The school provides many opportunities for parents to get involved.

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  41. Students have enough supplies, materials, and textbooks to help them with their studies.

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  42. The school's programs meet the special needs of children (for example, learning disabled, GATE, limited English, special education).

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  43. The school's vision is regularly reviewed by all stakeholders (for example, school, parents, students, community).

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  44. The school continually seeks ways to improve its programs and activities to promote student achievement.

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  45. There are enough resources available to the school to sustain its educational programs (for example, money, equipment, staff).

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  46. The school leadership supports efforts and decisions of members of the school community that focus on student learning.

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  47. I am aware of the expectations each teacher has for my child.

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  48. This survey is comprehensive.

    Strongly Agree
    Agree
    Neutral
    Disagree
    Strongly Disagree
    Don't Know

  49. Please provide comments on any of the questions you answered above.


  50. What other areas or questions should be included in this survey?



 

 

 

 

 

  

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