Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Providence School
Compare
Year |
# Students |
Full-time Teachers |
Student/Teacher ratio |
% Free/Discounted Lunch |
2006 |
605 |
41.0 |
14.6 |
43.3 |
2007 |
799 |
47.5 |
16.8 |
52.8 |
2008 |
781 |
53.1 |
14.7 |
45.5 |
2009 |
867 |
54.6 |
15.7 |
52.8 |
2010 |
981 |
69.2 |
14.1 |
55.4 |
2011 |
350 |
27.4 |
12.7 |
60 |
2012 |
226 |
19.5 |
11.5 |
63.3 |
2013 |
105 |
9.5 |
11.0 |
53.3 |
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.