Exploring the Effects of Socioeconomic Factors on Secondary School Learners’ Academic Performance:The Case of Ahmed Djoudi Secondary school- Ounougha.
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2025-10-15
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كلية الاداب و اللغات
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This study examines the impact of socioeconomic factors on academic performance among secondary school students in Algeria, using Djoudi Ahmed Secondary School in Ounougha as a representative case to uncover systemic patterns and structural dynamics embedded within the national secondary education system. Understanding how social background shapes educational outcomes is essential for addressing entrenched inequalities and fostering equitable learning opportunities across the country. Despite policy efforts toward educational standardization, disparities in student achievement persist — yet the mechanisms through which socioeconomic variables influence performance at the institutional level remain underexplored. This study therefore aims to: (1) analyze the relationship between household income, parental education, family structure, and academic achievement; (2) identify key barriers faced by disadvantaged learners as perceived by both students and educators; and(3) evaluate the adequacy of existing institutional support mechanisms in mitigating these challenges. Adopting a mixed-methods approach, the research is based on survey data collected from 57 students and 11 teachers. This study by an Algerian teacher-researcher finds that 88% of students see their family’s economic hardship as a major barrier to learning, with teachers citing lack of resources, stress, and limited parental support as key issues. Despite this, over 80% of students remain motivated and aim for higher education. Yet, only 27.3% of teachers report access to structured support programs. The study calls for urgent policies—such as scholarships, free materials, mental health services, and inclusive teaching training—to close achievement gaps and advance educational equity in Algeria.
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Keywords:Socioeconomicfactors, academicperformance, secondaryeducation, educational equity, parental influence.