Abstract
The common notion of the use of uniforms in schools is that it impacts positively on student achievement through improved academic performance leading to a reduction in drop-out rates. However, this perception lacks backing from empirical studies and has often been subjected to debate, opponents of the policy argue that the imposition of uniforms in schools is an infringement of students’ individual rights (Bodine, 2003). The research will determine the effect of uniforms on achievements by students in northern Florida in light of the increased number of schools adopting a mandatory school uniform policy. We will use stratified sampling ...