DOE: Indiana chronic absenteeism rates improve

INDIANAPOLIS - Chronic absenteeism rates have improved statewide for the third consecutive year as more Indiana students are regularly attending school, according to a new report from the Indiana Department of Education.




"As states across the nation struggle with chronic absenteeism, in Indiana, we continue to make positive progress," said Governor Mike Braun. "This is made possible through our parents and educators across the state who continue to work together to best support each learner, empower our students through learning that directly connects to their future, and improve educational and lifelong outcomes." 




Chronic absenteeism is missing at least 10% of school days, which is around three and a half weeks. According to reports, Indiana's chronic absenteeism rate for the 2024-25 school year was 16.7%, an improvement of 1.1 percentage points from the previous school year.




All grade levels and student populations have improved year-over-year, but high school students in grades 9 through 12 continue to have the highest rates of absence.




"The data is clear: regular student attendance is vital to ensuring more students master foundational literacy and numeracy skills and graduate high school prepared for their next step," said Dr. Katie Jenner, Indiana Secretary of Education. "As statewide chronic absenteeism rates continue to move in the right direction - improving for the third consecutive year - we know there is still more to be done. Together, we must continue to elevate the value of education and the direct link between attendance and long-term success."




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