Student Support, Perceptions of Crime, School Security Measures, and Academic Achievement

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Abstract

Schools provide ecological support systems that promote student development in academic, behavioral, and social areas. Teacher and peer relationships and perceived neighborhood and school safety are two factors tied to academic achievement. School violence, however, remains a significant issue facing schools. Schools have employed school security measures to combat violence, but little research exists exploring their relationship to academic achievement. This study utilizes a multiple regression technique to explore the association between security policies and academic achievement, along with student support and perceived crime using the 2015 School Crime Supplement. Results indicate security measures have little association with academic achievement, while student support had a significant, positive association. Further study of school security measures and academic achievement is warranted.

Authors

• Ryan Kapa, The Ohio State University

• Belinda Gimbert, The Ohio State University