The annual survey of Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) students, parents, and staff shows an increase in overall satisfaction with the district compared to last year. More than 69 percent in each group are “very satisfied” with JCPS as well as their individual school. More than 90 percent of teachers and parents are “very satisfied” with their school. The ratings given by the JCPS stakeholders in dozens of categories are the highest since the COVID pandemic and the 2020-21 school year.
More than 85,000 members of the JCPS family responded to the Comprehensive School Survey (CSS), which has been administered for the past 25 years. The CSS measures a district’s climate and culture through the eyes of those surveyed.
89 percent of students feel safe in, around, and on the way to and from school
86 percent of students are pleased with classroom opportunities and skills they are learning
80 percent of students have a sense of belonging at their school
More than 90 percent of students and teachers believe equity is being practiced in their school
93 percent of teachers have a sense of belonging at their school
84 percent of teachers say students are increasingly confident, engaged, and challenged across subjects, as they apply math to real life, actively investigate science, and tackle more demanding reading.
“I’m really proud of these results,” said Dr. Marty Pollio, JCPS superintendent. “They are another indicator of the tremendous progress happening in JCPS. Thanks to everyone who took the survey to help us point out the things we are doing well and understand where we can improve.”
A summary of the survey results that was shared with the Jefferson County Board of Education at its April meeting can be found here.