Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Indiana Gateway Digital Academy
Compare
Year |
# Students |
Full-time Teachers |
Student/Teacher ratio |
% Free/Discounted Lunch |
2021 |
2268 |
84.8 |
26.7 |
72.3 |
2022 |
1745 |
94.0 |
18.5 |
19 |
2023 |
2617 |
85.0 |
30.7 |
70.3 |
2024 |
3107 |
115.0 |
27.0 |
60.4 |
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.