Survey Provides Input from
Parents, Staff, and Students
The District surveys parents, students, and staff every other year, with a goal of strengthening educational services. In 2009, these stakeholder groups provided input regarding key service areas including atmosphere, equipment and facilities, communications, and administration.
The survey measured satisfaction levels for each group. For example, student input showed:
- The overall satisfaction of elementary students increased significantly from 7.8 in 2007 to 8.1 in 2009. Eighty-five percent of elementary students provided a rating of either “A” or “B” for their school.
- The overall satisfaction rating for middle school students remained the same at 7.5 from 2007 to 2009. Eighty-one percent of middle school students provided a rating of either “A” or “B” for their school.
- The overall satisfaction rating for high school students remained the same at 7.5 from 2007 to 2009. Eighty-three percent of high school students provided a rating of either “A” or “B” for their school.
“This comprehensive survey gives us additional information to help us target areas for improvement,” explained Gary O’Malley, Associate Superintendent. “Principals and support staff are reviewing the data to seek ways to improve performance in key service areas across the District.”
Harris Interactive of Rochester, New York,collected the data
using the firm’s School Poll Program.
Survey results are available here