### Question
How does the law define eligible school?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 1769*, **eligible school** is defined as:

> a public school, at least 50 percent of the students of which are eligible for free or reduced price meals under this chapter

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 1769*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 13-SCHOOL LUNCH PROGRAMS**

