EFFECT OF CONSCIENTIOUSNESS ON THE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF STUDENTS OF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Abstract

The paper investigates the relationship between personality trait conscientiousness and academic performance in elementary school students. The study employs a descriptive research design, using questionnaires to assess conscientiousness and academic performance among 173 students in Karachi private schools. Results indicate a strong association between higher levels of conscientiousness and better academic performance. The study also reveals that conscientiousness brings additional benefits influencing academic performance, such as seriousness and self-discipline, but may lead to negative outcomes like inflexibility when in excess. No significant gender differences in conscientiousness were found, and socioeconomic factors, as measured by parental income, were not significantly related to conscientiousness. This research contributes to understanding the role of conscientiousness in academic success and suggests that interventions to enhance this trait could improve educational outcomes for elementary school students.