The Influence Of School Plant On The Academic Performance Of Secondary School Students

The primary objective of this research is to investigate  the influence of school plant on the academic performance of secondary school students in the Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (SSCE). This will be accomplished by conducting a case study in Jos, specifically focusing on the North area of Plateau State.

The study adopted a survey research design and with the aid of convenient sampling method, the researcher enrolled 140 participants who are student and teachers in five (5) selected public and private secondary school in using Jos, North in Plateau. Well structured questionnaire was issued to the respondent of which a total of 120 responses were received and validated for the study. Data was was presented in tables and frequencies. Result were analyzed using simple percentage, mean and standard deviation which provided answers to the research questions. Hypothesis Test was conducted using Chi-Square Statistical tool(SPSS).

Findings from the study revealed that the availability, adequacy, quality and proper utilization of school facilities, such as the ones investigated in this study enhance effective teaching and learning, which invariably positively affect students? academic performance. Findings from the study revealed that the availability, adequacy, quality and proper utilization of school facilities, such as the ones investigated in this study enhance effective teaching and learning, which invariably positively affect students? academic performance. The study therefore recommends Schools should be located in noise free environment, health, safety and security of students, and staff should be guaranteed. Schools should be easily located and accessible. 

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