Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Kit Carson Elementary
Compare
| Year |
# Students |
Full-time Teachers |
Student/Teacher ratio |
% Free/Discounted Lunch |
| 2010 |
407 |
21.0 |
19.3 |
77.4 |
| 2011 |
389 |
n/a |
n/a |
85.9 |
| 2012 |
368 |
16.0 |
23.0 |
n/a |
| 2013 |
362 |
15.5 |
23.3 |
88.4 |
| 2014 |
371 |
16.0 |
23.1 |
90.3 |
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.
