المدارس الثانوية العامة في مدينة البيضاء: دراسة في التوزيع المكاني ومستوى الكفاية حسب المحلات

فضل عاشور

doi:10.54172/m6fb6q45

Authors

Fadel Ashuor Department of Geography, Faculty of Education, University of Derna Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54172/m6fb6q45

Keywords:

Spatial distribution, secondary schools, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), spatial statistics, adequacy of educational services, Al-Bayda

Abstract

This study aimed to analyze the spatial distribution of public secondary schools in Al-Bayda city and to assess their adequacy and geographic equity in meeting the population’s needs. The research employed an integrated methodology combining descriptive and quantitative analysis using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and spatial statistical tools, such as the Average Nearest Neighbor, Standard Distance, and Directional Distribution. Data were collected from multiple sources, including Google Earth Pro, to establish an accurate spatial database. The results revealed significant disparities in the spatial distribution of schools, with 54.55% concentrated in the Al-Ghreeqa district, while areas such as Al-Bayda West and the Old Zawiya suffered from a complete absence of secondary schools. Statistical analysis indicated that the distribution pattern is dispersed and non-random, with a clear concentration in the central and eastern parts of the city, reflecting a deficiency in geographic equity and affecting accessibility to educational services. The study also highlighted the need to reconsider and redesign the spatial distribution of schools to accommodate population growth and future educational requirements.

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