Chronically Absent Students, By Race (2017–2022)

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.

Last Updated

2023-12