Research and Reports

Dropout Data

Published: 10/22/2025 9:21 AM

​​​The dropout rate is the percent of students that drop out of school in grades seven (7) through twelve (12). 

​The dropout data is extracted from the student information system each year on November 1st. The dropout definition holds schools accountable for students for the full school year, including summer school.

Historical Dropout Data is available through the OpenHouse with Supplemental Data on the Assessment tab.

2019-2020 through 2024-2025 School Year Dropout Data is available through the School Report Card​ under Data Sets-Overview-Student-Dropout and Retention-Dropout. 

2025-2026 Dropout Guidelines 

​KDE Assessment
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