School District Organization and Student Achievement.

Bidwell, Charles E.; Kasarda, John D.

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Publication Date: 1975

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School District Organization and Student Achievement

Bidwell, Charles E.; Kasarda, John D.

American Sociological Review, 40, 1, 55-70, Feb 75

Study examines determinants of organizational effectiveness. Results indicate that pupil-teacher ratio and administrative intensity depress median levels of achievement; whereas, staff qualifications foster student achievement. The percentage of non-whites is said to have a consistently significant direct effect on median achievement level. (Author/AM)

Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Educational Policy, Environmental Influences, Minority Group Children, Organization, Organizational Effectiveness, School Districts, School Organization, Staff Utilization

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Identifiers - Location: Colorado

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