An Examination of Factors with in the Geographical Location that May Impact Students' Academic Performance at Ward Secondary School in Rorya District, Tanzania

Abstract: The purpose of this study was to examine factors within the geographical location that may impact students' academic performance at ward secondary school in Rorya District, Tanzania. The study employed a mixed research approach, integrating both quantitative and qualitative methods to thoroughly explore the influence of ward secondary school geographical location on students' academic performance. The quantitative aspect utilized a non-experimental correlational design to assess the relationship between school location and academic outcomes, analyzing numerical data through questionnaires. In contrast, the qualitative component involved interviews to gain deeper insights into the issues affecting performance. A sample of 64 teachers and 6 school heads from Rorya District was selected using simple random and purposive sampling techniques, respectively. Data collection involved questionnaires in Kiswahili and in-depth interviews, both validated through pre-testing and ensuring reliability with multiple instruments. Analysis was conducted using SPSS for quantitative data and content analysis for qualitative data to provide a comprehensive understanding of the research question. The study identifies that factor such as the availability of educational resources, infrastructure quality, proximity of schools to homes, socio-economic conditions, and safety are critical in influencing students' academic performance in Rorya District. To improve outcomes, it is recommended to enhance these educational resources, strategically place new schools closer to communities, improve transportation options, and address socio-economic challenges through community support. Keywords: Geographical Location, Students' Academic Performance and Ward Secondary School. Title: An Examination of Factors with in the Geographical Location that May Impact Students' Academic Performance at Ward Secondary School in Rorya District, Tanzania Author: Khalidi Matola International Journal of Social Science and Humanities Research ISSN 2348-3156 (Print), ISSN 2348-3164 (online) Vol. 12, Issue 4, October 2024 - December 2024 Page No: 36-40 Research Publish Journals Website: www.researchpublish.com Published Date: 11-October-2024 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.13919015 Paper Download Link (Source) https://www.researchpublish.com/papers/an-examination-of-factors-with-in-the-geographical-location-that-may-impact-students-academic-performance-at-ward-secondary-school-in-rorya-district-tanzania