We computed frequency tables, the v2 test, and logistic regression models. The dependent variables were the total number of the child’s absent days (reported by the school), numbers of the child’s and parents’ absent days because of the child’s dental problems (reported by the parent),scores and proficiency levels in English language arts and mathematics, and GPA. We averaged the school performance items per year from the available information for the past 2 years, and when used in logistic regression models, we coded them into binary variables based on their medians.