High school pictures of 24 males and 17 females were rated for attractiveness, academic achievement, and sociability by 20 college undergraduates. Grade point averages and scores from standardized achievement tests were obtained from the high school students' school records. Analyses of variance indicated significant effects for sex and attractiveness on all ratings. While no correlations were found between ratings and composite scores on objective achievement tests, females received higher grades than males of a comparable achievement level. Findings suggest that teachers' evaluations are affected not only by academic performance but also by the aspects of the student's physical appearance.
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