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Commission on PovertyTask Force on Children and YouthCorrelation between Socio-economic Status and Academic Performance of Studentsin Hong Kong: 

Commission on Poverty Task Force on Children and Youth Correlation between Socio-economic Status and Academic Performance of Students in Hong Kong Presentation by Education and Manpower Bureau 7 October 2005

Objectives: 

Objectives At the basic education level, the goal is to ensure that every student attains the basic competencies, while those with greater potentials be allowed to further excel(Education Commission 2000); Today’s presentation is on the correlation between socio-economic status (SES) and basic academic competencies of students.

The Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA): 

The Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) PISA - evaluates academic performance of 15 year-old. Conducted by OECD every 3 years and participated by leading academics/ researchers. In 2003, covers over 40 OECD members and non-members. Includes an analysis on impacts of socio-economic background on students’ academic performance.

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2000 PISA – Socio economic cultural background and Student Performance High High Low Index of Economic, Social and Cultural Status (ESCS) Reading performance in PISA Note: The ESCS index for PISA is derived from three variables related to family background: highest parental education, highest parental occupation and number of home possessions.

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Quality and Equality Low Performance High Performance High Social equity Low Social equity High performance High social equity Low performance Low social equity High performance Low social equity Low performance High social equity .

Conclusion: 

Conclusion The correlation of SES and academic performance is positive demonstrating that family support is relevant and important; PISA reveals that the correlation is weaker in Hong Kong when compared to other OECD countries; The relatively mild correlation shows that social services, especially education in Hong Kong helps narrow the gap and is effective in moderating the impact of SES on one’s academic performance;

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In this connection, the HKSARG invested at least HK$59 billion in programmes and services specifically for children and youth in 2004; Around HK$45 billion was spent on education. On average around HK$24 000 was invested for each child and youth;

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EDUCATION is a proven route to social mobility and a key to breaking the cycle of poverty.

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