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Low Student Participation in Free and Reduced-Price Meals

Health by Numbers

According to the California Food Policy Advocates, not all low-income students eligible for free or reduced-price meals participate in these meal programs. In San Mateo County, only 36% of low-income students participate in free or reduced-price breakfast and only 69% of low-income students participate in free or reduced-price lunch. We need to do more to make sure all eligible students don’t miss a meal.