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VOL. 6, ISSUE 1 (2024)
A comparative analysis of academic achievement of urban and rural students in higher secondary schools of Lucknow
Authors
Kailash Chandra Verma
Abstract
The present study
undertakes a comparative analysis of the academic achievement of
elementary-level students studying in higher secondary schools located in urban
and rural areas of Lucknow district. Academic achievement is a key indicator of
the effectiveness of the educational system and is influenced by multiple
factors such as school environment, socio-economic background, gender, and
community support. Using a quantitative research approach, the study compares
the mean academic achievement scores of urban and rural students, including
gender-wise comparisons. The findings reveal that rural students, both boys and
girls, perform significantly better than their urban counterparts. The results
challenge the prevailing assumption that urban schools inherently provide
superior educational outcomes and highlight the need to re-examine contextual
and pedagogical factors influencing student achievement.
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Pages:59-60
How to cite this article:
Kailash Chandra Verma "A comparative analysis of academic achievement of urban and rural students in higher secondary schools of Lucknow". International Journal of Educational Research and Studies, Vol 6, Issue 1, 2024, Pages 59-60
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