Keywords

educational facilities graduation rates classroom size

Abstract

This correlational study used publicly available Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) data on attributes of educational facilities and student performance to determine the degree of correlation between the physical size of instructional space and student outcomes. The sample used in this study comprised sixty-seven school districts in Florida. A quantitative correlational analysis was utilized to compare the amount of instructional space available to each student in a district and student outcomes in terms of district graduation rates and district scores on statewide assessments. A statistically significant, negative correlation was found between per capita instructional space, district graduation rates, and district pass rates on statewide assessments. The methods and results of this study were examined from Vygotsky’s Social Cultural Theory perspective. In addition, recommendations for future inquiries into this topic were provided.

Completion Date

2024

Semester

Fall

Committee Chair

Eadens, Daniel

Degree

Doctor of Education (Ed.D.)

College

College of Community Innovation and Education

Department

Educational Leadership and Higher Education

Format

PDF

Identifier

DP0029046

Language

English

Release Date

12-15-2024

Document Type

Dissertation

Campus Location

Orlando (Main) Campus

Subjects

School size--Research; School facilities--Evaluation; Academic achievement--Research; Public schools--Research; School environment--Research

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