According to the National Association of School Resource Officers, studies have demonstrated that a School Resource Officer program has several important benefits to the community such as:
- Prevention or minimization of property damage in the school and surrounding areas.
- Prevention of student injuries and even death due to violence, drug overdoses, etc.
- Reduction of the need for schools to call 911.
- Reduction of the likelihood that a student will get a criminal record.
- Increase of the likelihood that students (particularly those with mental health issues) will get the help they need from the social service and health care systems.
- Increase in feelings of safety among students and staff.
Further, a 2018 report found that for every dollar invested in a School Resource Officer program, at least $11.13 in social and economic value was created for the local community.
