1 in 4 US students chronically absent in 2023, linked to drops in reading and math scores.

1 in 4 students in the US was chronically absent in 2023, linked to drops in reading and math scores. School districts have launched campaigns to address this issue, which involves students missing 15-20 days or more per year. Most parents (2/3) are not aware of the definition of chronic absenteeism, despite its potential impact on students' educational success and risk of dropping out.

June 10, 2024
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