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What is Maine's chronic absenteeism rate?
Percent of Maine students who are chronically absent (missing 10%+ of school days), statewide, by year (AECF KIDS COUNT / Maine DOE).
Maine's chronic absenteeism rate was 24.4% in 2025, down from 24.5% a year earlier.
| Period | Chronic absenteeism rate |
|---|---|
| 2025 | 24.4% |
| 2024 | 24.5% |
| 2023 | 27.2% |
| 2022 | 28.4% |
| 2021 | 20.9% |
| 2020 | 18.3% |
| 2019 | 16.8% |
| 2018 | 16.5% |
Latest: . Source: Annie E. Casey Foundation KIDS COUNT (Maine DOE). Figures update as the source refreshes.
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