Experience Survey Results
Thank you to the 7,841 students, families, and staff who participated in our 2024-2025 Experience Survey! Your input is essential to helping us grow and improve the educational experience in DCSD. We're proud to share highlights and key takeaways from this year's survey.
Please note that DCSD’s charter schools were not included in these surveys as they administer their own experience surveys at the school level.
Survey Participation
- Family (parents/guardians): 2,619
- Students (grades 6–12): 3,035
- Staff: 2,187
- Total Respondents: 7,841
Top Strengths Across All Groups
All three groups identified these consistent strengths in their schools:
- Comprehensive and effective academic programs
- Variety of class and co-curricular options
Additional highlights:
- Families: Also praised the quality of staff
- Students: Noted a safe and secure learning environment
- Staff: Celebrated the quality of their colleagues
School Safety
Most participants feel safe at school and trust that safety concerns will be addressed.
Do you feel safe at school?
- Students: 71% Agree or Strongly Agree
- Families: 82% Agree or Strongly Agree
- Staff: 85% Agree or Strongly Agree
Trust in safety response by school leaders:
- Students: 59% Agree or Strongly Agree
- Families: 70% Agree or Strongly Agree
- Staff: 80% Agree or Strongly Agree
Welcoming Environment
Our schools continue to foster a warm and inclusive atmosphere.
- Students: 73% feel welcome at school
- Families: 84% feel welcome at their child’s school
- Staff: 87% say DCSD is a welcoming place to work
Academics and Learning
DCSD schools are meeting the academic needs of students, according to all groups.
- Students: 71% say their academic needs are being met
- Families: 77% say their student’s academic needs are being met
- Staff: 73% agree that all students' academic needs are being met
Explore the Full Survey Data
For more detailed survey results and insights, click here to explore the full Experience Survey data.