Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Banner County Middle School
Compare
| Year |
# Students |
Full-time Teachers |
Student/Teacher ratio |
% Free/Discounted Lunch |
| 2020 |
26 |
3.5 |
7.3 |
76.9 |
| 2021 |
26 |
3.9 |
6.5 |
76.9 |
| 2022 |
27 |
4.6 |
5.7 |
74.1 |
| 2023 |
32 |
4.0 |
7.9 |
n/a |
| 2024 |
33 |
3.7 |
8.8 |
n/a |
Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.
About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:
The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.