* School district policy: Each school district has its own attendance policy. Some are stricter than others.
* State laws: Some states have laws regarding minimum attendance requirements.
* Individual circumstances: Excused absences (doctor's appointments, family emergencies) are often treated differently than unexcused absences (truancy). A student with many excused absences might not be in danger of being held back, while a student with fewer unexcused absences might be.
* Student's academic performance: Even with perfect attendance, if a student is failing academically, they could be held back. Conversely, a student with some absences but excellent grades might still pass.
To find out the specific policy for a particular school or district, you need to check the school's attendance policy or contact the school administration directly.