Determination of Major Social Status Predictors on Students’ Academic Performance Using Logistic Regression

— This research work is to determine the effect of social status on academic performance of students. The study covered eight secondary schools in Kwara South Senatorial zone with a total number of 389 students. Questionnaire and test made up of English, Mathematics, Biology and Basic Sciences were administered to the students through their class teachers. The statistical tool used for the analysis was binary logistic regression analysis to determine if there is significant effect of students' social status on their academic performance. Many social status indicators were identified among the students out which it was discovered that duration of extra lesson, breakfast at home and mode of transportation to school have significant effect on students' academic performance. Therefore parents/guardians should put more effort in taking care of their children/wards. Government and proprietors should provide adequate transport system where it does not exist to bring students to school