PENGARUH LINGKUNGAN SEKOLAH TERHADAP AKHLAK SISWA DI SMA NEGERI BARENG JOMBANG

The formation of students’ morality is an essential aspect of education, and the school environment plays a significant role in this process. This study was motivated by the phenomenon of diverse socio-cultural backgrounds of students at SMA Negeri Bareng Jombang, which contributes to variations in students’ moral behavior in daily life. The objective of this research is to determine the influence of the school environment on students’ morality. This study employed a quantitative approach with a survey design. The population consisted of 727 students, with a sample of 73 students selected using stratified random sampling. Data were collected using a Likert-scale questionnaire, then tested for validity, reliability, and normality, and analyzed through simple linear regression with the help of SPSS. The findings revealed that the research instruments were valid and reliable, with Cronbach’s Alpha values of 0.884 for the school environment variable and 0.912 for the students’ morality variable. The results of simple linear regression analysis indicated a positive and significant influence of the school environment on students’ morality at SMA Negeri Bareng Jombang. This study concludes that the better the school environment, the better the students’ morality. The findings are expected to serve as a reference for schools in creating a conducive educational environment that continuously supports the development of students’ noble character.