Scale Overview
The Kansas Parental Satisfaction Scale – KPS was developed by James, D., Schumm, W. R., Kennedy, C. E., Grigsby, C. C., Selectman, K. L., & Nichols, C. W. (1985). It is designed to measure Parental satisfaction. The scale is intended for use with Parents.
Scale Structure
This instrument consists of 3 items.
Response Format
Respondents rate each item using a custom response format.
Response anchors: 1 = Extremely Dissatisfied, 2 = Very Dissatisfied, 3 = Somewhat Dissatisfied, 4 = Mixed, 5 = Somewhat Satisfied, 6 = Very Satisfied, 7 = Extremely Satisfied.
Scoring
Items are summed to produce a total score.
Total scores range from 3 to 21. Interpretation guidelines:
- Low Satisfaction: 3 – 11
- Moderate Satisfaction: 12 – 15
- High Satisfaction: 16 – 21
Administration
The scale is self-administered and typically takes approximately 2 minutes to complete. It can be administered individually or in group settings. No special training is required for administration.