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| Analysis of Repetition rate in public secondary schools in Kogi state, Nigeria
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Taiwo Ebenezer Adeleke and Dr Ismal A. Raji
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Abstract:
In Kogi State, Nigeria, a significant issue in secondary education is the high rate of students not completing their courses on time due to class failures, leading to repetition. This study aimed to analyze the repetition rate in secondary schools in Kogi State. Guided by three research questions, the study used a descriptive survey design. The population consisted of 781 secondary schools (257 public and 524 private) across six education zones. A sample of 235 schools (78 public and 158 private) was selected using stratified and simple random sampling techniques. Data were collected through a researcher-designed inventory, validated by three experts, and a reliability coefficient of 0.83 was obtained using Cronbach Alpha. The inventory included sections on school bio-data and specifics on enrollment, promotion, and repetition. Data collection was conducted using the 'on the spot' method, with all 235 questionnaires retrieved and analyzed using frequency counts and simple percentage scores, presented. The results indicated a lower repetition rate in private schools compared to public schools, with the highest repetition rate occurring in SS1. Okene LGA exhibited the highest repetition rate among the zones. The study recommended government to initiate policies that would reduce repetition rate in the state also, increase funding for education and additional provisions to address these issues.
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