Spring 2016

Wausau School DistrictParent Survey Results

Survey Summary

• The Parent Survey was conducted in April of 2016

• Parents received a survey invitation via email, which contained a unique access code. Each access code could only be used once to take the survey.

• 2016: 1,126 responses, up from 1,079 responses in 2015

Section I: Respondent Information

(2016 data)

How long have you lived in the Wausau School District?

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I don't live in the District

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5%

I am responding as a:

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One or more of my children are identified as:

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Student receiving special education

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English Language Learner (ELL)

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Have you or another adult in your household volunteered to serve at our

school(s) within the last year?

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Section II: Planning(2016 data)

To support the District's mission of advancing student learning, achievement and

success, please mark your top five highest priorities?

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Advanced Placement (AP)/International Baccalaureate (IB)/honors and gifted & talented

Student achievement in literacy/reading

Fine arts areas (music, art, theater, etc.)

Career and tech. ed. areas (such as Ag., Business, Graphics, Manufacturing, Woods, Engineering, Fami…

Skills of staff

School safety and security

Class sizes

High quality staff

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69%

To support the District's mission of advancing student learning, achievement and

success, please mark your top five highest priorities? (Cont’d)

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Student achievement gap

School facilities

Options for students with learning challenges

Technology access for students and staff

Student achievement in math

Student life after high school (college and/or career)

Co-curricular and extra-curricular programs (athletics, clubs and organizations)

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Section III: Programs/Services

(2016 data)

How important is this item to the success of our students? (Slide 1 of 3)

Very important (4), Important (3), Somewhat important (2), Not important (1)

Item Average

Critical thinking & problem solving 3.77

Writing/Grammar 3.69

Preparing students for college and career 3.68

Reading/Literature/Vocabulary 3.68

Communication and collaboration 3.68

Math 3.64

Preparing students for life after high school 3.60

Science 3.55

Computer and technology skills 3.54

Creativity and innovation 3.52

How important is this item to the success of our students? (Slide 2 of 3)

Very important (4), Important (3), Somewhat important (2), Not important (1)

Item Average

Technology Education 3.48

Personal finance 3.41

Programming for children with disabilities 3.37

Social Studies 3.33

Programming for struggling students/at-risk of not graduating 3.32

Guidance services 3.23

Programming for gifted & talented students 3.17

Health education 3.13

Physical education 3.10

Programming for English Language Learners (ELL) 3.08

How important is this item to the success of our students? (Slide 3 of 3)

Very important (4), Important (3), Somewhat important (2), Not important (1)

Item Average

Business, Marketing & Entrepreneurship 3.06

Advanced Placement (AP)/International Baccalaureate (IB)/honors classes 3.03

Music 2.94

Library media services 2.93

Family & Consumer Science 2.86

Art 2.85

Foreign language 2.79

Athletics 2.76

Agriculture/Natural Resources 2.67

How are we doing? (Slide 1 of 3) Great (4), Good (3), Fair (2), Poor (1)

Item Average

Advanced Placement (AP)/International Baccalaureate (IB)/honors classes 2.99

Music 2.97

Reading/Literature/Vocabulary 2.91

Math 2.88

Art 2.88

Physical education 2.88

Library media services 2.88

Computer and technology skills 2.87

Science 2.86

Social Studies 2.86

How are we doing? (Slide 2 of 3)Great (4), Good (3), Fair (2), Poor (1)

Item Average

Technology Education 2.83

Programming for English Language Learners (ELL) 2.81

Writing/Grammar 2.81

Athletics 2.79

Health education 2.79

Business, Marketing & Entrepreneurship 2.76

Agriculture/Natural Resources 2.73

Programming for children with disabilities 2.73

Guidance services 2.70

Programming for gifted & talented students 2.69

How are we doing? (Slide 3 of 3)Great (4), Good (3), Fair (2), Poor (1)

Item Average

Family & Consumer Science 2.69

Preparing students for college and career 2.68

Communication and collaboration 2.67

Critical thinking & problem solving 2.66

Creativity and innovation 2.64

Foreign language 2.58

Personal finance 2.52

Preparing students for life after high school 2.50

Programming for struggling students/at-risk of not graduating 2.44

Gap Analysis (Slide 1 of 3)Importance: Very important (4), Important (3), Somewhat important (2), Not important (1)Performance: Great (4), Good (3), Fair (2), Poor (1)

Item Importance Performance Gap

Critical thinking & problem solving 3.77 2.66 -1.11

Preparing students for life after high school 3.60 2.50 -1.10

Communication and collaboration 3.68 2.67 -1.01

Preparing students for college and career 3.68 2.68 -1.00

Personal finance 3.41 2.52 -0.89

Creativity and innovation 3.52 2.64 -0.88

Programming for struggling students/at-risk of not graduating

3.32 2.44 -0.88

Writing/Grammar 3.69 2.81 -0.88

Reading/Literature/Vocabulary 3.68 2.91 -0.77

Math 3.64 2.88 -0.76

Gap Analysis (Slide 2 of 3)Importance: Very important (4), Important (3), Somewhat important (2), Not important (1)Performance: Great (4), Good (3), Fair (2), Poor (1)

Item Importance Performance Gap

Science 3.55 2.86 -0.69

Computer and technology skills 3.54 2.87 -0.67

Technology Education 3.48 2.83 -0.65

Programming for children with disabilities 3.37 2.73 -0.64

Guidance services 3.23 2.70 -0.53

Programming for gifted & talented students 3.17 2.69 -0.48

Social Studies 3.33 2.86 -0.47

Health education 3.13 2.79 -0.34

Business, Marketing & Entrepreneurship 3.06 2.76 -0.30

Programming for English Language Learners (ELL) 3.08 2.81 -0.27

Gap Analysis (Slide 3 of 3)Importance: Very important (4), Important (3), Somewhat important (2), Not important (1)Performance: Great (4), Good (3), Fair (2), Poor (1)

Item Importance Performance Gap

Physical education 3.10 2.88 -0.22

Foreign language 2.79 2.58 -0.21

Family & Consumer Science 2.86 2.69 -0.17

Library media services 2.93 2.88 -0.05

Advanced Placement (AP)/International Baccalaureate (IB)/honors classes

3.03 2.99 -0.04

Art 2.85 2.88 0.03

Athletics 2.76 2.79 0.03

Music 2.94 2.97 0.03

Agriculture/Natural Resources 2.67 2.73 0.06

Grant ElementaryStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 DifferenceI feel my opinions are taken into consideration when it comes to school policy decisions.

3.53 3.81 -0.28

I am satisfied with the food options provided for lunch. 3.11 3.36 -0.25

There are sufficient opportunities for me to be involved in my child's school.

4.31 4.40 -0.09

Our school treats students with courtesy and respect. 4.50 4.50 0.00

Rules and standards of student conduct are enforced. 4.36 4.36 0.00

Technology is used effectively to support teaching and learning. 4.38 4.38 0.00

My child is being adequately prepared for the next grade level or post-secondary pursuit.

4.30 4.27 0.03

When my child has a problem at school, he/she knows how to get help.

4.26 4.23 0.03

I feel welcomed at my child's school. 4.65 4.59 0.06

Our school values diversity and treats all stakeholders equitably. 4.44 4.36 0.08

My child enjoys going to school. 4.40 4.31 0.09

A climate of openness and trust exists between school administration and parents.

4.31 4.18 0.13

Grant ElementaryStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 Difference

Our school addresses problems in a timely manner. 4.47 4.33 0.14

School facilities are clean and well-kept. 4.69 4.54 0.15

Rules and standards of student conduct are clearly communicated.

4.50 4.31 0.19

I believe school staff inspire my child's best efforts. 4.40 4.18 0.22

I feel comfortable sharing ideas for school improvement with staff.

4.22 3.95 0.27

My child has a positive relationship with at least one adult at school.

4.69 4.40 0.29

My child has a good friendship with at least one child at school. 4.75 4.45 0.30

Parent/teacher conferences provide productive communication. 4.65 4.31 0.34

I am satisfied with the communication that comes from the school.

4.44 4.09 0.35

I am satisfied with our school's efforts to prevent bullying. 4.42 3.94 0.48

I receive enough information to understand my child’s progress. 4.50 3.81 0.69

Academic expectations at Grant Elementary are:

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A.C. Kiefer Educational CenterStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 Difference

I receive enough information to understand my child’s progress. 4.31 4.58 -0.27

My child has a good friendship with at least one child at school. 4.50 4.74 -0.24

I feel my opinions are taken into consideration when it comes to school policy decisions.

3.90 4.12 -0.22

Parent/teacher conferences provide productive communication. 4.46 4.66 -0.20

I feel comfortable sharing ideas for school improvement with staff.

4.19 4.35 -0.16

Our school treats students with courtesy and respect. 4.53 4.69 -0.16

There are sufficient opportunities for me to be involved in my child's school.

4.41 4.53 -0.12

I am satisfied with the communication that comes from the school.

4.40 4.51 -0.11

My child is being adequately prepared for the next grade level or post-secondary pursuit.

4.41 4.52 -0.11

My child has a positive relationship with at least one adult at school.

4.80 4.90 -0.10

My child enjoys going to school. 4.58 4.65 -0.07

Rules and standards of student conduct are clearly communicated.

4.53 4.60 -0.07

A.C. Kiefer Educational CenterStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 Difference

I believe school staff inspire my child's best efforts. 4.51 4.57 -0.06

Technology is used effectively to support teaching and learning. 4.33 4.37 -0.04

Rules and standards of student conduct are enforced. 4.56 4.55 0.01

When my child has a problem at school, he/she knows how to get help.

4.36 4.35 0.01

I feel welcomed at my child's school. 4.76 4.74 0.02

A climate of openness and trust exists between school administration and parents.

4.48 4.44 0.04

I am satisfied with our school's efforts to prevent bullying. 4.41 4.35 0.06

Our school values diversity and treats all stakeholders equitably. 4.62 4.55 0.07

Our school addresses problems in a timely manner. 4.50 4.40 0.10

School facilities are clean and well-kept. 4.63 4.46 0.17

I am satisfied with the food options provided for lunch. 4.36 3.63 0.73

Academic expectations at A.C. Kiefer Educational Center are:

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Franklin ElementaryStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 Difference

Rules and standards of student conduct are enforced. 3.64 4.22 -0.58

Our school treats students with courtesy and respect. 4.12 4.53 -0.41

When my child has a problem at school, he/she knows how to get help.

3.87 4.26 -0.39

Rules and standards of student conduct are clearly communicated.

4.17 4.54 -0.37

I am satisfied with the communication that comes from the school.

3.62 3.95 -0.33

My child is being adequately prepared for the next grade level or post-secondary pursuit.

3.75 4.08 -0.33

A climate of openness and trust exists between school administration and parents.

3.89 4.21 -0.32

I feel comfortable sharing ideas for school improvement with staff.

3.64 3.95 -0.31

I feel my opinions are taken into consideration when it comes to school policy decisions.

3.33 3.60 -0.27

School facilities are clean and well-kept. 4.44 4.69 -0.25

I am satisfied with our school's efforts to prevent bullying. 3.82 4.06 -0.24

Our school addresses problems in a timely manner. 4.00 4.19 -0.19

Franklin ElementaryStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 Difference

There are sufficient opportunities for me to be involved in my child's school.

4.27 4.44 -0.17

Parent/teacher conferences provide productive communication. 4.30 4.40 -0.10

I feel welcomed at my child's school. 4.37 4.46 -0.09

My child has a good friendship with at least one child at school. 4.52 4.60 -0.08

I receive enough information to understand my child’s progress. 4.07 4.14 -0.07

Our school values diversity and treats all stakeholders equitably. 4.27 4.33 -0.06

I believe school staff inspire my child's best efforts. 4.05 4.10 -0.05

Technology is used effectively to support teaching and learning. 4.26 4.31 -0.05

My child has a positive relationship with at least one adult at school.

4.67 4.70 -0.03

My child enjoys going to school. 4.19 4.12 0.07

I am satisfied with the food options provided for lunch. 3.21 2.91 0.30

Academic expectations at Franklin Elementary are:

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Hawthorn Hills ElementaryStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 DifferenceA climate of openness and trust exists between school administration and parents.

2.95 3.43 -0.48

I am satisfied with the communication that comes from the school.

3.59 3.94 -0.35

School facilities are clean and well-kept. 4.22 4.47 -0.25

There are sufficient opportunities for me to be involved in my child's school.

4.00 4.11 -0.11

My child is being adequately prepared for the next grade level or post-secondary pursuit.

3.90 4.00 -0.10

Technology is used effectively to support teaching and learning. 3.81 3.78 0.03

Parent/teacher conferences provide productive communication. 4.31 4.26 0.05

Rules and standards of student conduct are clearly communicated.

4.09 4.00 0.09

Our school addresses problems in a timely manner. 3.57 3.47 0.10

When my child has a problem at school, he/she knows how to get help.

3.85 3.73 0.12

I feel welcomed at my child's school. 4.08 3.94 0.14

Rules and standards of student conduct are enforced. 3.72 3.57 0.15

Hawthorn Hills ElementaryStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 Difference

I feel comfortable sharing ideas for school improvement with staff.

3.33 3.17 0.16

My child has a positive relationship with at least one adult at school.

4.43 4.26 0.17

Our school treats students with courtesy and respect. 4.04 3.80 0.24

I am satisfied with the food options provided for lunch. 3.19 2.94 0.25

My child enjoys going to school. 4.00 3.75 0.25

I receive enough information to understand my child’s progress. 3.82 3.50 0.32

I feel my opinions are taken into consideration when it comes to school policy decisions.

3.05 2.69 0.36

My child has a good friendship with at least one child at school. 4.39 3.94 0.45

Our school values diversity and treats all stakeholders equitably. 4.22 3.77 0.45

I believe school staff inspire my child's best efforts. 4.08 3.52 0.56

I am satisfied with our school's efforts to prevent bullying. 3.77 3.11 0.66

Academic expectations at Hawthorn Hills Elementary are:

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Hewitt-Texas ElementaryStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 Difference

Technology is used effectively to support teaching and learning. 4.00 4.35 -0.35

I feel comfortable sharing ideas for school improvement with staff.

3.78 4.05 -0.27

I believe school staff inspire my child's best efforts. 4.00 4.22 -0.22

My child enjoys going to school. 4.18 4.38 -0.20

Rules and standards of student conduct are enforced. 4.10 4.29 -0.19

I am satisfied with our school's efforts to prevent bullying. 3.84 4.00 -0.16

I feel welcomed at my child's school. 4.27 4.38 -0.11

My child has a positive relationship with at least one adult at school.

4.50 4.55 -0.05

Our school treats students with courtesy and respect. 4.22 4.23 -0.01

Rules and standards of student conduct are clearly communicated.

4.18 4.16 0.02

My child is being adequately prepared for the next grade level or post-secondary pursuit.

4.14 4.11 0.03

My child has a good friendship with at least one child at school. 4.59 4.55 0.04

Hewitt-Texas ElementaryStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 DifferenceThere are sufficient opportunities for me to be involved in my child's school.

4.36 4.27 0.09

I feel my opinions are taken into consideration when it comes to school policy decisions.

3.33 3.15 0.18

I receive enough information to understand my child’s progress. 4.22 4.00 0.22

When my child has a problem at school, he/she knows how to get help.

4.27 4.05 0.22

Our school values diversity and treats all stakeholders equitably. 4.11 3.87 0.24

I am satisfied with the communication that comes from the school.

4.27 4.00 0.27

Parent/teacher conferences provide productive communication. 4.45 4.11 0.34

School facilities are clean and well-kept. 4.63 4.22 0.41

A climate of openness and trust exists between school administration and parents.

4.14 3.66 0.48

Our school addresses problems in a timely manner. 4.25 3.77 0.48

I am satisfied with the food options provided for lunch. 3.52 2.50 1.02

Academic expectations at Hewitt-Texas Elementary are:

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Thomas Jefferson ElementaryStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 Difference

When my child has a problem at school, he/she knows how to get help.

3.88 4.07 -0.19

Our school values diversity and treats all stakeholders equitably. 4.11 4.26 -0.15

School facilities are clean and well-kept. 4.48 4.59 -0.11

There are sufficient opportunities for me to be involved in my child's school.

4.26 4.37 -0.11

I believe school staff inspire my child's best efforts. 4.00 4.07 -0.07

I receive enough information to understand my child’s progress. 4.11 4.18 -0.07

Technology is used effectively to support teaching and learning. 4.11 4.11 0.00

I am satisfied with the communication that comes from the school.

4.03 4.00 0.03

A climate of openness and trust exists between school administration and parents.

3.76 3.72 0.04

Parent/teacher conferences provide productive communication. 4.44 4.40 0.04

I feel comfortable sharing ideas for school improvement with staff.

3.76 3.70 0.06

My child enjoys going to school. 4.29 4.22 0.07

Thomas Jefferson ElementaryStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 Difference

I feel welcomed at my child's school. 4.42 4.32 0.10

Our school treats students with courtesy and respect. 4.14 4.03 0.11

My child has a good friendship with at least one child at school. 4.40 4.26 0.14

My child is being adequately prepared for the next grade level or post-secondary pursuit.

4.22 4.07 0.15

Our school addresses problems in a timely manner. 3.96 3.81 0.15

My child has a positive relationship with at least one adult at school.

4.62 4.46 0.16

I am satisfied with our school's efforts to prevent bullying. 3.69 3.46 0.23

Rules and standards of student conduct are clearly communicated.

4.22 3.96 0.26

Rules and standards of student conduct are enforced. 4.15 3.84 0.31

I am satisfied with the food options provided for lunch. 3.42 3.03 0.39

I feel my opinions are taken into consideration when it comes to school policy decisions.

3.63 3.15 0.48

Academic expectations at Thomas Jefferson Elementary are:

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G.D. Jones ElementaryStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 Difference

School facilities are clean and well-kept. 4.31 4.66 -0.35

There are sufficient opportunities for me to be involved in my child's school.

3.57 3.91 -0.34

My child has a good friendship with at least one child at school. 4.24 4.46 -0.22

My child enjoys going to school. 4.21 4.07 0.14

When my child has a problem at school, he/she knows how to get help.

4.09 3.91 0.18

My child has a positive relationship with at least one adult at school.

4.73 4.53 0.20

I believe school staff inspire my child's best efforts. 4.10 3.84 0.26

My child is being adequately prepared for the next grade level or post-secondary pursuit.

4.12 3.84 0.28

I feel welcomed at my child's school. 4.26 3.91 0.35

Rules and standards of student conduct are clearly communicated.

4.17 3.75 0.42

I am satisfied with the communication that comes from the school.

4.02 3.46 0.56

I am satisfied with the food options provided for lunch. 3.97 3.22 0.75

G.D. Jones ElementaryStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 Difference

I receive enough information to understand my child’s progress. 4.07 3.30 0.77

I am satisfied with our school's efforts to prevent bullying. 4.00 3.16 0.84

Technology is used effectively to support teaching and learning. 4.47 3.63 0.84

Our school treats students with courtesy and respect. 4.20 3.33 0.87

Rules and standards of student conduct are enforced. 4.07 3.16 0.91

Parent/teacher conferences provide productive communication. 4.30 3.38 0.92

Our school values diversity and treats all stakeholders equitably. 4.34 3.30 1.04

A climate of openness and trust exists between school administration and parents.

4.12 3.00 1.12

I feel comfortable sharing ideas for school improvement with staff.

4.04 2.91 1.13

I feel my opinions are taken into consideration when it comes to school policy decisions.

3.88 2.75 1.13

Our school addresses problems in a timely manner. 4.34 3.07 1.27

Academic expectations at G.D. Jones Elementary are:

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Lincoln ElementaryStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 DifferenceI feel my opinions are taken into consideration when it comes to school policy decisions.

3.18 3.76 -0.58

School facilities are clean and well-kept. 3.95 4.38 -0.43

My child enjoys going to school. 4.00 4.33 -0.33

I feel comfortable sharing ideas for school improvement with staff.

3.68 4.00 -0.32

I am satisfied with our school's efforts to prevent bullying. 3.80 4.11 -0.31

I feel welcomed at my child's school. 4.14 4.38 -0.24

Rules and standards of student conduct are clearly communicated.

4.00 4.22 -0.22

Rules and standards of student conduct are enforced. 4.00 4.22 -0.22

Technology is used effectively to support teaching and learning. 4.10 4.22 -0.12

A climate of openness and trust exists between school administration and parents.

3.80 3.88 -0.08

I am satisfied with the food options provided for lunch. 3.47 3.52 -0.05

My child has a good friendship with at least one child at school. 4.40 4.44 -0.04

Lincoln ElementaryStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 Difference

Our school treats students with courtesy and respect. 4.25 4.27 -0.02

My child has a positive relationship with at least one adult at school.

4.38 4.38 0.00

There are sufficient opportunities for me to be involved in my child's school.

4.19 4.18 0.01

Our school values diversity and treats all stakeholders equitably. 4.21 4.17 0.04

I believe school staff inspire my child's best efforts. 4.05 4.00 0.05

I receive enough information to understand my child’s progress. 3.77 3.72 0.05

Parent/teacher conferences provide productive communication. 4.28 4.23 0.05

I am satisfied with the communication that comes from the school.

3.63 3.55 0.08

My child is being adequately prepared for the next grade level or post-secondary pursuit.

4.09 3.88 0.21

Our school addresses problems in a timely manner. 3.94 3.64 0.30

When my child has a problem at school, he/she knows how to get help.

4.00 3.64 0.36

Academic expectations at Lincoln Elementary are:

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Maine ElementaryStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 Difference

Our school addresses problems in a timely manner. 3.75 4.20 -0.45

A climate of openness and trust exists between school administration and parents.

3.72 4.16 -0.44

I feel my opinions are taken into consideration when it comes to school policy decisions.

3.13 3.57 -0.44

Our school values diversity and treats all stakeholders equitably. 3.89 4.31 -0.42

I feel comfortable sharing ideas for school improvement with staff.

3.68 4.04 -0.36

Rules and standards of student conduct are clearly communicated.

4.09 4.39 -0.30

Parent/teacher conferences provide productive communication. 4.24 4.48 -0.24

I feel welcomed at my child's school. 4.24 4.46 -0.22

Our school treats students with courtesy and respect. 4.05 4.27 -0.22

I am satisfied with our school's efforts to prevent bullying. 3.74 3.95 -0.21

There are sufficient opportunities for me to be involved in my child's school.

4.13 4.34 -0.21

Rules and standards of student conduct are enforced. 3.80 4.00 -0.20

Maine ElementaryStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 DifferenceWhen my child has a problem at school, he/she knows how to get help.

4.00 4.19 -0.19

Technology is used effectively to support teaching and learning. 4.09 4.27 -0.18

I am satisfied with the communication that comes from the school.

4.13 4.21 -0.08

I believe school staff inspire my child's best efforts. 4.16 4.23 -0.07

My child has a good friendship with at least one child at school. 4.62 4.67 -0.05

School facilities are clean and well-kept. 4.56 4.58 -0.02

My child enjoys going to school. 4.37 4.36 0.01

My child has a positive relationship with at least one adult at school.

4.66 4.64 0.02

I receive enough information to understand my child’s progress. 4.15 4.12 0.03

My child is being adequately prepared for the next grade level or post-secondary pursuit.

4.26 4.23 0.03

I am satisfied with the food options provided for lunch. 2.98 2.55 0.43

Academic expectations at Maine Elementary are:

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John Marshall ElementaryStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 DifferenceA climate of openness and trust exists between school administration and parents.

3.84 4.38 -0.54

Our school addresses problems in a timely manner. 3.85 4.32 -0.47

I am satisfied with the communication that comes from the school.

3.84 4.23 -0.39

I feel my opinions are taken into consideration when it comes to school policy decisions.

3.33 3.68 -0.35

Our school values diversity and treats all stakeholders equitably. 4.07 4.39 -0.32

I believe school staff inspire my child's best efforts. 4.06 4.37 -0.31

My child has a good friendship with at least one child at school. 4.41 4.72 -0.31

When my child has a problem at school, he/she knows how to get help.

3.86 4.15 -0.29

Parent/teacher conferences provide productive communication. 4.00 4.28 -0.28

My child is being adequately prepared for the next grade level or post-secondary pursuit.

4.17 4.36 -0.19

I feel comfortable sharing ideas for school improvement with staff.

3.95 4.12 -0.17

Rules and standards of student conduct are enforced. 4.00 4.17 -0.17

John Marshall ElementaryStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 DifferenceThere are sufficient opportunities for me to be involved in my child's school.

4.41 4.58 -0.17

I receive enough information to understand my child’s progress. 4.02 4.16 -0.14

My child enjoys going to school. 4.23 4.37 -0.14

My child has a positive relationship with at least one adult at school.

4.60 4.74 -0.14

Rules and standards of student conduct are clearly communicated.

4.31 4.44 -0.13

School facilities are clean and well-kept. 4.50 4.63 -0.13

I feel welcomed at my child's school. 4.52 4.64 -0.12

Our school treats students with courtesy and respect. 4.37 4.46 -0.09

Technology is used effectively to support teaching and learning. 4.26 4.34 -0.08

I am satisfied with our school's efforts to prevent bullying. 3.84 3.90 -0.06

I am satisfied with the food options provided for lunch. 3.09 2.90 0.19

Academic expectations at John Marshall Elementary are:

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2016

Rib Mountain ElementaryStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 DifferenceI feel comfortable sharing ideas for school improvement with staff.

3.94 4.08 -0.14

Our school addresses problems in a timely manner. 4.17 4.31 -0.14

A climate of openness and trust exists between school administration and parents.

4.03 4.16 -0.13

I am satisfied with the communication that comes from the school.

4.06 4.17 -0.11

Our school values diversity and treats all stakeholders equitably. 4.26 4.34 -0.08

Rules and standards of student conduct are clearly communicated.

4.40 4.48 -0.08

I believe school staff inspire my child's best efforts. 4.15 4.21 -0.06

There are sufficient opportunities for me to be involved in my child's school.

4.40 4.46 -0.06

My child is being adequately prepared for the next grade level or post-secondary pursuit.

4.32 4.36 -0.04

I receive enough information to understand my child’s progress. 4.06 4.07 -0.01

Rules and standards of student conduct are enforced. 4.26 4.27 -0.01

I am satisfied with the food options provided for lunch. 2.90 2.90 0.00

Rib Mountain ElementaryStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 Difference

My child has a good friendship with at least one child at school. 4.54 4.53 0.01

I feel my opinions are taken into consideration when it comes to school policy decisions.

3.63 3.59 0.04

Parent/teacher conferences provide productive communication. 4.36 4.32 0.04

My child enjoys going to school. 4.44 4.36 0.08

My child has a positive relationship with at least one adult at school.

4.67 4.58 0.09

When my child has a problem at school, he/she knows how to get help.

4.22 4.09 0.13

Our school treats students with courtesy and respect. 4.48 4.34 0.14

School facilities are clean and well-kept. 4.65 4.51 0.14

I feel welcomed at my child's school. 4.62 4.47 0.15

I am satisfied with our school's efforts to prevent bullying. 4.18 4.02 0.16

Technology is used effectively to support teaching and learning. 4.20 4.02 0.18

Academic expectations at Rib Mountain Elementary are:

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2016

Riverview ElementaryStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 Difference

Our school treats students with courtesy and respect. 4.12 4.43 -0.31

I am satisfied with our school's efforts to prevent bullying. 3.73 4.03 -0.30

I believe school staff inspire my child's best efforts. 4.00 4.28 -0.28

I feel comfortable sharing ideas for school improvement with staff.

3.80 4.07 -0.27

I feel my opinions are taken into consideration when it comes to school policy decisions.

3.40 3.67 -0.27

Parent/teacher conferences provide productive communication. 4.32 4.56 -0.24

My child is being adequately prepared for the next grade level or post-secondary pursuit.

4.08 4.31 -0.23

Our school values diversity and treats all stakeholders equitably. 3.96 4.19 -0.23

My child enjoys going to school. 4.24 4.45 -0.21

I feel welcomed at my child's school. 4.20 4.39 -0.19

My child has a good friendship with at least one child at school. 4.48 4.67 -0.19

There are sufficient opportunities for me to be involved in my child's school.

4.12 4.31 -0.19

Riverview ElementaryStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 DifferenceRules and standards of student conduct are clearly communicated.

4.17 4.34 -0.17

School facilities are clean and well-kept. 4.52 4.67 -0.15

A climate of openness and trust exists between school administration and parents.

4.02 4.16 -0.14

Our school addresses problems in a timely manner. 4.05 4.17 -0.12

When my child has a problem at school, he/she knows how to get help.

4.08 4.16 -0.08

I am satisfied with the communication that comes from the school.

3.97 4.04 -0.07

Rules and standards of student conduct are enforced. 3.92 3.98 -0.06

Technology is used effectively to support teaching and learning. 4.07 4.13 -0.06

I receive enough information to understand my child’s progress. 4.17 4.19 -0.02

I am satisfied with the food options provided for lunch. 3.36 3.36 0.00

My child has a positive relationship with at least one adult at school.

4.65 4.65 0.00

Academic expectations at Riverview Elementary are:

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2016

South Mountain ElementaryStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 Difference

My child has a good friendship with at least one child at school. 4.54 4.47 0.07

Rules and standards of student conduct are clearly communicated.

4.30 4.16 0.14

Technology is used effectively to support teaching and learning. 4.12 3.96 0.16

My child enjoys going to school. 4.51 4.32 0.19

School facilities are clean and well-kept. 4.80 4.59 0.21

There are sufficient opportunities for me to be involved in my child's school.

4.43 4.22 0.21

Rules and standards of student conduct are enforced. 4.27 4.05 0.22

Our school treats students with courtesy and respect. 4.40 4.14 0.26

When my child has a problem at school, he/she knows how to get help.

4.14 3.87 0.27

I am satisfied with our school's efforts to prevent bullying. 4.13 3.84 0.29

My child is being adequately prepared for the next grade level or post-secondary pursuit.

4.34 4.05 0.29

I feel my opinions are taken into consideration when it comes to school policy decisions.

3.62 3.31 0.31

South Mountain ElementaryStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 DifferenceMy child has a positive relationship with at least one adult at school.

4.65 4.33 0.32

A climate of openness and trust exists between school administration and parents.

4.08 3.75 0.33

I believe school staff inspire my child's best efforts. 4.24 3.85 0.39

I receive enough information to understand my child’s progress. 4.02 3.62 0.40

I feel welcomed at my child's school. 4.24 3.82 0.42

I am satisfied with the food options provided for lunch. 3.20 2.75 0.45

Our school addresses problems in a timely manner. 4.28 3.83 0.45

I feel comfortable sharing ideas for school improvement with staff.

3.92 3.46 0.46

Our school values diversity and treats all stakeholders equitably. 4.28 3.79 0.49

I am satisfied with the communication that comes from the school.

4.15 3.57 0.58

Parent/teacher conferences provide productive communication. 4.40 3.77 0.63

Academic expectations at South Mountain Elementary are:

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2016

Stettin ElementaryStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 Difference

When my child has a problem at school, he/she knows how to get help.

3.98 4.24 -0.26

I am satisfied with the communication that comes from the school.

4.09 4.25 -0.16

I believe school staff inspire my child's best efforts. 4.20 4.36 -0.16

I am satisfied with the food options provided for lunch. 3.15 3.29 -0.14

My child has a good friendship with at least one child at school. 4.59 4.72 -0.13

I feel my opinions are taken into consideration when it comes to school policy decisions.

3.56 3.68 -0.12

My child has a positive relationship with at least one adult at school.

4.60 4.71 -0.11

Parent/teacher conferences provide productive communication. 4.32 4.40 -0.08

I feel comfortable sharing ideas for school improvement with staff.

3.92 3.98 -0.06

My child enjoys going to school. 4.41 4.47 -0.06

I feel welcomed at my child's school. 4.51 4.56 -0.05

I am satisfied with our school's efforts to prevent bullying. 4.02 4.05 -0.03

Stettin ElementaryStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 Difference

Our school treats students with courtesy and respect. 4.40 4.43 -0.03

Our school addresses problems in a timely manner. 4.20 4.21 -0.01

I receive enough information to understand my child’s progress. 4.14 4.14 0.00

Rules and standards of student conduct are enforced. 4.22 4.22 0.00

School facilities are clean and well-kept. 4.71 4.71 0.00

Our school values diversity and treats all stakeholders equitably. 4.23 4.21 0.02

There are sufficient opportunities for me to be involved in my child's school.

4.54 4.52 0.02

Technology is used effectively to support teaching and learning. 4.37 4.27 0.10

A climate of openness and trust exists between school administration and parents.

4.26 4.15 0.11

My child is being adequately prepared for the next grade level or post-secondary pursuit.

4.33 4.19 0.14

Rules and standards of student conduct are clearly communicated.

4.52 4.37 0.15

Academic expectations at Stettin Elementary are:

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2016

Horace Mann MiddleStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 DifferenceI feel my opinions are taken into consideration when it comes to school policy decisions.

3.01 3.39 -0.38

When my child has a problem at school, he/she knows how to get help.

3.87 4.19 -0.32

A climate of openness and trust exists between school administration and parents.

3.76 4.04 -0.28

I believe school staff inspire my child's best efforts. 3.80 4.07 -0.27

I feel comfortable sharing ideas for school improvement with staff.

3.57 3.79 -0.22

Our school treats students with courtesy and respect. 3.98 4.20 -0.22

I am satisfied with our school's efforts to prevent bullying. 3.72 3.92 -0.20

Our school addresses problems in a timely manner. 3.85 4.04 -0.19

My child has a good friendship with at least one child at school. 4.37 4.54 -0.17

Our school values diversity and treats all stakeholders equitably. 3.94 4.09 -0.15

I feel welcomed at my child's school. 4.27 4.41 -0.14

Rules and standards of student conduct are enforced. 3.77 3.91 -0.14

Horace Mann MiddleStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 Difference

I receive enough information to understand my child’s progress. 3.88 4.00 -0.12

Parent/teacher conferences provide productive communication. 4.03 4.13 -0.10

Rules and standards of student conduct are clearly communicated.

4.18 4.28 -0.10

I am satisfied with the communication that comes from the school.

3.82 3.91 -0.09

My child has a positive relationship with at least one adult at school.

4.45 4.54 -0.09

There are sufficient opportunities for me to be involved in my child's school.

4.12 4.20 -0.08

School facilities are clean and well-kept. 4.51 4.58 -0.07

I am satisfied with the food options provided for lunch. 3.20 3.25 -0.05

Technology is used effectively to support teaching and learning. 3.96 4.00 -0.04

My child is being adequately prepared for the next grade level or post-secondary pursuit.

4.00 4.03 -0.03

My child enjoys going to school. 4.03 4.03 0.00

Academic expectations at Horace Mann Middle are:

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2016

John Muir MiddleStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 DifferenceThere are sufficient opportunities for me to be involved in my child's school.

3.51 3.51 0.00

I feel welcomed at my child's school. 4.12 4.11 0.01

School facilities are clean and well-kept. 4.44 4.41 0.03

I feel my opinions are taken into consideration when it comes to school policy decisions.

3.30 3.26 0.04

I am satisfied with the communication that comes from the school.

3.92 3.83 0.09

My child has a good friendship with at least one child at school. 4.51 4.42 0.09

Our school values diversity and treats all stakeholders equitably. 4.02 3.92 0.10

When my child has a problem at school, he/she knows how to get help.

4.01 3.91 0.10

I am satisfied with our school's efforts to prevent bullying. 3.74 3.63 0.11

Rules and standards of student conduct are clearly communicated.

4.19 4.07 0.12

My child enjoys going to school. 4.11 3.98 0.13

My child has a positive relationship with at least one adult at school.

4.46 4.33 0.13

John Muir MiddleStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 Difference

Technology is used effectively to support teaching and learning. 4.16 4.01 0.15

I receive enough information to understand my child’s progress. 4.10 3.94 0.16

A climate of openness and trust exists between school administration and parents.

3.90 3.73 0.17

My child is being adequately prepared for the next grade level or post-secondary pursuit.

4.22 4.05 0.17

Rules and standards of student conduct are enforced. 4.00 3.83 0.17

Parent/teacher conferences provide productive communication. 4.20 4.02 0.18

I believe school staff inspire my child's best efforts. 4.07 3.86 0.21

Our school treats students with courtesy and respect. 4.16 3.95 0.21

Our school addresses problems in a timely manner. 4.05 3.82 0.23

I am satisfied with the food options provided for lunch. 3.39 3.15 0.24

I feel comfortable sharing ideas for school improvement with staff.

3.77 3.53 0.24

Academic expectations at John Muir Middle are:

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2016

Wausau East HighStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 Difference

My child enjoys going to school. 3.72 4.09 -0.37

My child is being adequately prepared for the next grade level or post-secondary pursuit.

3.83 4.08 -0.25

Rules and standards of student conduct are enforced. 3.62 3.87 -0.25

I believe school staff inspire my child's best efforts. 3.69 3.93 -0.24

A climate of openness and trust exists between school administration and parents.

3.67 3.89 -0.22

Our school values diversity and treats all stakeholders equitably. 3.82 4.00 -0.18

I feel comfortable sharing ideas for school improvement with staff.

3.61 3.76 -0.15

I am satisfied with our school's efforts to prevent bullying. 3.69 3.83 -0.14

My child has a good friendship with at least one child at school. 4.41 4.54 -0.13

Our school addresses problems in a timely manner. 3.87 4.00 -0.13

My child has a positive relationship with at least one adult at school.

4.35 4.46 -0.11

Our school treats students with courtesy and respect. 4.03 4.14 -0.11

Wausau East HighStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 Difference

Parent/teacher conferences provide productive communication. 4.08 4.19 -0.11

I feel welcomed at my child's school. 4.29 4.39 -0.10

I receive enough information to understand my child’s progress. 4.01 4.11 -0.10

Technology is used effectively to support teaching and learning. 3.87 3.97 -0.10

I am satisfied with the communication that comes from the school.

3.92 3.98 -0.06

I feel my opinions are taken into consideration when it comes to school policy decisions.

3.25 3.31 -0.06

There are sufficient opportunities for me to be involved in my child's school.

4.12 4.16 -0.04

When my child has a problem at school, he/she knows how to get help.

4.12 4.15 -0.03

Rules and standards of student conduct are clearly communicated.

4.17 4.18 -0.01

School facilities are clean and well-kept. 4.61 4.61 0.00

I am satisfied with the food options provided for lunch. 3.18 2.81 0.37

Academic expectations at Wausau East High are:

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2016

Wausau West HighStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 DifferenceI feel comfortable sharing ideas for school improvement with staff.

3.46 3.67 -0.21

I feel my opinions are taken into consideration when it comes to school policy decisions.

3.15 3.27 -0.12

A climate of openness and trust exists between school administration and parents.

3.87 3.96 -0.09

My child has a good friendship with at least one child at school. 4.46 4.54 -0.08

I feel welcomed at my child's school. 4.15 4.22 -0.07

Rules and standards of student conduct are clearly communicated.

4.02 4.09 -0.07

Rules and standards of student conduct are enforced. 3.72 3.79 -0.07

I am satisfied with our school's efforts to prevent bullying. 3.64 3.68 -0.04

Our school values diversity and treats all stakeholders equitably. 4.00 4.01 -0.01

I am satisfied with the communication that comes from the school.

3.92 3.91 0.01

Our school treats students with courtesy and respect. 4.06 4.03 0.03

Technology is used effectively to support teaching and learning. 4.06 4.03 0.03

Wausau West HighStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 DifferenceMy child has a positive relationship with at least one adult at school.

4.49 4.45 0.04

Our school addresses problems in a timely manner. 3.98 3.94 0.04

There are sufficient opportunities for me to be involved in my child's school.

3.77 3.73 0.04

I receive enough information to understand my child’s progress. 4.03 3.98 0.05

Parent/teacher conferences provide productive communication. 4.16 4.11 0.05

When my child has a problem at school, he/she knows how to get help.

4.06 4.01 0.05

I am satisfied with the food options provided for lunch. 3.23 3.13 0.10

My child enjoys going to school. 4.11 4.00 0.11

School facilities are clean and well-kept. 4.43 4.32 0.11

I believe school staff inspire my child's best efforts. 3.88 3.76 0.12

My child is being adequately prepared for the next grade level or post-secondary pursuit.

4.08 3.96 0.12

Academic expectations at Wausau West High are:

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2016

Montessori CharterStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 Difference

I receive enough information to understand my child’s progress. 4.20 4.52 -0.32

I believe school staff inspire my child's best efforts. 4.42 4.71 -0.29

I am satisfied with the communication that comes from the school.

4.05 4.32 -0.27

Rules and standards of student conduct are clearly communicated.

4.45 4.70 -0.25

My child has a good friendship with at least one child at school. 4.52 4.70 -0.18

Technology is used effectively to support teaching and learning. 4.46 4.63 -0.17

Our school addresses problems in a timely manner. 4.62 4.77 -0.15

My child is being adequately prepared for the next grade level or post-secondary pursuit.

4.46 4.58 -0.12

I feel comfortable sharing ideas for school improvement with staff.

4.45 4.54 -0.09

Parent/teacher conferences provide productive communication. 4.51 4.60 -0.09

Rules and standards of student conduct are enforced. 4.50 4.58 -0.08

Our school treats students with courtesy and respect. 4.73 4.79 -0.06

Montessori CharterStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 Difference

Our school values diversity and treats all stakeholders equitably. 4.69 4.75 -0.06

There are sufficient opportunities for me to be involved in my child's school.

4.70 4.73 -0.03

My child enjoys going to school. 4.50 4.52 -0.02

A climate of openness and trust exists between school administration and parents.

4.70 4.70 0.00

My child has a positive relationship with at least one adult at school.

4.70 4.67 0.03

I am satisfied with our school's efforts to prevent bullying. 4.41 4.37 0.04

I feel welcomed at my child's school. 4.82 4.76 0.06

School facilities are clean and well-kept. 4.58 4.52 0.06

When my child has a problem at school, he/she knows how to get help.

4.42 4.36 0.06

I feel my opinions are taken into consideration when it comes to school policy decisions.

4.39 4.21 0.18

I am satisfied with the food options provided for lunch. 3.64 3.23 0.41

Academic expectations at Montessori Charter are:

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2016

EEA CharterStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 DifferenceWhen my child has a problem at school, he/she knows how to get help.

3.37 4.33 -0.96

Our school treats students with courtesy and respect. 3.25 4.11 -0.86

I am satisfied with the communication that comes from the school.

3.62 4.33 -0.71

I believe school staff inspire my child's best efforts. 3.37 4.00 -0.63

I receive enough information to understand my child’s progress. 3.87 4.33 -0.46

I feel welcomed at my child's school. 4.00 4.44 -0.44

My child enjoys going to school. 3.12 3.55 -0.43

Rules and standards of student conduct are enforced. 3.50 3.88 -0.38

Our school addresses problems in a timely manner. 3.50 3.77 -0.27

A climate of openness and trust exists between school administration and parents.

3.75 4.00 -0.25

Technology is used effectively to support teaching and learning. 3.75 4.00 -0.25

My child is being adequately prepared for the next grade level or post-secondary pursuit.

3.42 3.66 -0.24

EEA CharterStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 DifferenceRules and standards of student conduct are clearly communicated.

3.87 4.11 -0.24

I feel my opinions are taken into consideration when it comes to school policy decisions.

3.66 3.88 -0.22

School facilities are clean and well-kept. 4.25 4.44 -0.19

My child has a positive relationship with at least one adult at school.

4.37 4.55 -0.18

I am satisfied with our school's efforts to prevent bullying. 3.62 3.77 -0.15

I feel comfortable sharing ideas for school improvement with staff.

4.00 4.11 -0.11

Our school values diversity and treats all stakeholders equitably. 4.14 4.25 -0.11

Parent/teacher conferences provide productive communication. 4.00 4.11 -0.11

My child has a good friendship with at least one child at school. 4.00 4.00 0.00

There are sufficient opportunities for me to be involved in my child's school.

4.00 4.00 0.00

I am satisfied with the food options provided for lunch. 3.50 2.62 0.88

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EGL CharterStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 Difference

I am satisfied with our school's efforts to prevent bullying. 3.92 4.87 -0.95

Our school addresses problems in a timely manner. 4.00 4.87 -0.87

A climate of openness and trust exists between school administration and parents.

3.87 4.69 -0.82

Rules and standards of student conduct are enforced. 3.80 4.62 -0.82

My child is being adequately prepared for the next grade level or post-secondary pursuit.

3.93 4.50 -0.57

I feel welcomed at my child's school. 4.29 4.81 -0.52

Our school values diversity and treats all stakeholders equitably. 4.26 4.75 -0.49

Rules and standards of student conduct are clearly communicated.

4.18 4.66 -0.48

I feel comfortable sharing ideas for school improvement with staff.

3.92 4.37 -0.45

Parent/teacher conferences provide productive communication. 4.00 4.45 -0.45

I believe school staff inspire my child's best efforts. 4.00 4.40 -0.40

My child enjoys going to school. 4.05 4.33 -0.28

EGL CharterStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

Item 2016 2015 DifferenceMy child has a positive relationship with at least one adult at school.

4.52 4.80 -0.28

Technology is used effectively to support teaching and learning. 4.56 4.75 -0.19

I am satisfied with the communication that comes from the school.

3.61 3.72 -0.11

I receive enough information to understand my child’s progress. 3.55 3.66 -0.11

Our school treats students with courtesy and respect. 4.53 4.63 -0.10

School facilities are clean and well-kept. 4.70 4.75 -0.05

My child has a good friendship with at least one child at school. 4.52 4.50 0.02

When my child has a problem at school, he/she knows how to get help.

4.17 4.10 0.07

I am satisfied with the food options provided for lunch. 3.16 3.00 0.16

I feel my opinions are taken into consideration when it comes to school policy decisions.

3.66 3.40 0.26

There are sufficient opportunities for me to be involved in my child's school.

4.35 3.83 0.52

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Overall SatisfactionStrongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)

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I am satisfied with the financial management of the District.

3.38 3.46 -0.08

Overall, the District has improved over the past year. 3.34 3.38 -0.04

I am satisfied with the education my child(ren) receive.

3.96 3.99 -0.03

Please rate your overall perception of the District in the following areas:

Excellent (4), Good (3), Fair (2), Poor (1)

Item 2016 2015 Difference

School Board 2.63 2.68 -0.05

Administration 2.79 2.82 -0.03

Teacher/Faculty/Certified Staff 3.23 3.23 0.00

Support Staff (Maintenance/Custodial, Food/Nutritional Service, Secretarial, Aides, Municipal, etc.)

3.26 3.25 0.01

How would you rate the District compared to neighboring public school districts?

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Overall, how satisfied are you with the District?

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Thank you!