Chronic absenteeism is trending in the right direction—dropping from its peak of 28 percent in 2022 to 23 percent in 2024—but it remains a significant challenge nationwide. While student attendance has traditionally been managed at the local level, state lawmakers are increasingly stepping in with legislation focused on early intervention, improved data collection, and supportive […]| Untitled - FutureEd
State level chronic absenteeism data| FutureEd