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Statistics on children, youth and families in New Jersey from the Annie E. Casey Foundation and Advocates for Children of New Jersey
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Why This Indicator Matters
Based on a 180-day school year, any student who misses 18 days or more per year — or about two days per month — is considered chronically absent. When students are young, too many absences can reduce their chances of reading proficiently by third grade, a key indicator of long-term academic success. When students are older, absenteeism places them at risk of not graduating high school, not attending college or failing to find a meaningful career.
Visit ACNJ's website for more information on chronic absenteeism in New Jersey.
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Visit ACNJ's website for more information on chronic absenteeism in New Jersey.
Definition and Source
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Definition
Students who miss 10 percent or more of total enrolled school days, includes suspensions and both excused and unexcused absences. Represents students in grades Pre-K through grade 12.
Data Source
As reported by the N.J. Department of Education, School Performance Reports.
Notes
Please note that due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the NJDOE did not report chronic absenteeism figures for the 2019-20 school year. Data for the 2020-21 should be interpreted with caution due to different modes of instruction throughout the school year.
Updated 12/15/2023.
Updated 12/15/2023.
Last Updated
December 2023