THE IMPACT OF A POVERTY TO THE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE IN LABANGCO

NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

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A CASE STUDY CONDUCTED AT LABANGCO NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL IN QUINTINA ,SAN

PASCUAL,MASBATE

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A RESEARCH REPORT SUBMITTED IN PARTIAL FULFILLMENT OF THE REQUIREMENTS FOR GENERAL

ACADEMIC STRAND

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SUBMITTED BY:

JHOSSALYKA P. ARANETA

&

JUDITH R.GERVACIO

SY:2024-2025

INTRODUCTION
 Poverty has a profound impact on various aspects of a child's life,
including their education. This impact is particularly evident in academic performance as
students from low-income families often face numerous challenges that hinder their
ability to learn and succeed in school. This response will explore the multifaceted ways
poverty affects academic performance, focusing on the specific context of labangco
national high school. Poverty, which forms a specific culture and way of life. Is a
growing issue in the LABANGCO, NATIONAL high school. The number of labangco
national high school living in poverty is continually increasing. Poverty indicates the
extent to which an individual does without resources. Resources can include financial,
emotional, mental , spiritual, and physical resources as well as support system,
relationship, role models, and knowledge of hidden roles. Poverty directly affects
academic achievement due to the lack of resources available for students success.
Poor academic performance closely correlated with lack of resources, and numerous
studies have documented the correlation between low socioeconomic status and low
achievement. Several strategies exist to assist teachers in solving the poverty achievement gap
for LABANGCO NATIONAL high school.

RESEARCH BACKGROUND
The relationship between poverty and academic performance has been a subject of
extensive study in the field of education.Research has shown that students Low-income
households are more likely peers from higher-income families factors such as limited
access to educational resources unstable home environment and inadequate nutrition
can contribute the lower academic achievement among students living in poverty.

OBJECTIVES
The primary objectives of this research are to;
1.Examine the impact of poverty on academic performance.This study aims to explore
how poverty influences students academic achievement and educational outcomes.Vy
analyzing data and conducting surreys,we seek to identify the specific ways in which
poverty can higher academic success.
2.Identify strategies to mitigate the effects of poverty on academic Performance:In
addition to understanding the negative impact of poverty on academic performance.
This research aims to identify effective strategies and interventions that can help
mitigate these effects by highlighting best practices and interventions we aim to provide
actionable recommendations for educators, policymakers,and stakeholder.

2 METHODOLOGY
2.1 RESEARCH QUESTIONS
This research aims to explore the complex relationships between poverty and academic
Performance:
1.What is the nature of the relationship between poverty and academic Performance?
2.How does poverty affects students access to educational resources?

2.2 RESEARCH DESIGN

•Descriptive Design aims to describe the relationship between poverty and
academic performance among student at labangco national high school.You'll be
gathering data to illustrate the characteristics and patterns of this relationship.

2.3 INSTRUMENTS
•Student Surveys Questionnaire:Develop a questionnaire to gather data from
Students, focusing on:
•Socioeconomic Factors:Family income, Assess household income levels.
•Housing conditions;Gather information about living
conditions(e.g.overcrowding,access to utilities).
•Access to resources,ask about access to basic resources like food, healthcare,
technology,and educational materials.
•Teaching strategies and support: explore teaching strategies and support
programs especifically designed for students facing economic challenges.
•School Records:Access official school records to gather data on;
•Academic Performance Data; Retrieve historical academic data to analyze
trends and patterns.
•Socioeconomic Data;If available,gather information on students eligibility for
free or reduced-price lunch programs,which can serve as a proxy for poverty.

SAMPLE
•Target Population:All Students at Labangco national high school.
•Sampling Technique:A random sampling method (e.g.simple random sampling)would
ensure that every students has an equal chance of being selected,making the results
more generalizable.
•Sample size:The size will depend on the schools population and desired
precision.Consult statistical resources for sample size calculations.

DATA COLLECTION
•Administer the Survey:Distribute the survey through online platforms or paper copies
•Conduct Interviews:Schedule individual interviews with selected teachers.
•Access school records:Request access to academic and socioeconomic records from
the school administration.

•Ensure informed consent:Obtain written consent from participating students and their
parents/guardians.

DATA ANALYSIS
•Quantitative Data:
•Descriptive Statistics:Calculate measures of central tendency
(mean,median,modern)and dispersion(strandard deviation) for surveys data and
academic performance data.
•Correlation Analysis:Examine the relationship between socioeconomic factors and
academic performance indicators.
•Regression Analysis: Use regression models to explore the predictive power of
socioeconomic factors on academic outcomes.

LIMITATIONS
•Self-Reported Data: Students might not always be honest about their family's financial
situation, potentially underreporting or over reporting.
•Generalizability:The findings may not be applicable to other schools or regions with
different socioeconomic contexts.
•Confounding Variables:There might be other factors (e.g,home parental
involvement)that influence academic performance,making it difficult to isolate the impact
of poverty alone.
•Ethical Consideration:Ensure anonymity, Confidentiality,and respect for the participants
privacy.
ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS:
•Collaborate with school administrators:Get their support and permissions to conduct
the study.
•Consider ethical guidelines: Review ethical guidelines for research involving minors.
•Seek guidance from a research advisor:Get support from a qualified researcher with
expertise in descriptive research.