Michigan’s absenteeism rate dips slightly, but 27.2% of students still miss class

Michigan’s chronic absenteeism rate remains high but decreased slightly in the most recent school year, with 27.2% of students missing 10% or more of the school year—equivalent to 18 days or more in a typical 180‑day calendar.

Districts have implemented several strategies to boost attendance, including student incentives, increased parent communication, and closer monitoring of student data for warning signs.

The news comes amid recent state test scores that show students continue to struggle in reading and math, and state law requires districts to provide 180 days and 1,098 hours of instruction.

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