Assessment of School Facilities and its Relation to the Academic Performance of the Senior High School Student

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

School facilities can have a profound impact on both teacher and student outcomes. With respect to teachers, school facilities affect teachers' commitment and effort. With respect to students, school facilities affect health, behavior, engagement, learning, and growth in achievement. Thus, researchers generally conclude that without adequate facilities and resources, teaching and learning will be compromised. This study aimed to assess the school facilities and its relation to the academic performance of senior high school students.

METHODS

The Simple Random Sampling was used on the survey questionnaire while Stratified Sampling was used on the interview protocol. To achieve this, the Quantitative and Qualitative method was utilized. Survey Questionnaire and Interview Protocol were used to collect data from the respondents. This research design is appropriate because it enables to generate the data and information needed for knowing the relationship of the school facilities to the academic performance of the senior high school students in Calamba Integrated School.

RESULTS

From the findings, school facilities such as the library, canteen, computer, and food laboratory are not properly maintained, resulting in being the lowest in the ranking. These facilities need to be improved to provide a pleasant environment for both teachers and students. The school also needs to take into account the SPED students. In addition, the facilities must prioritize the safety of students and teachers.

DISCUSSIONS

School facilities should be adequately provided in the school. The condition and provision of the school facilities and infrastructure can be improved with the financial allocation from the government as well as from the MOOE. In the future, there should be an allocation for financial support to expand the physical structure and to increase the school’s capacity. However, the development and improvement should be done by following the guidelines that have been noted by the authority. An adequate number of school facilities is important in creating a productive learning and teaching environment for students and teachers.