The High School Food grade is based on data from the U.S. Department of Education along with millions of reviews from students and parents. Learn where our data comes from.
| Factor | Description | Source | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parent/Student Surveys on Food | Niche survey responses scored on a 1-5 scale regarding the food at the school. | Self-reported by Niche users | 80.0% |
| Expenses per Student | Total expenses divided by the total number of students. Results are normalized by the median household income in the enveloping county. Schools are assigned their school district’s value since this fact is only available for districts. | National Center for Education Statistics | 20.0% |
Statistics obtained from the U.S. Department of Education represent the most recent data available, as self-reported by the school districts. Niche also collects data directly from schools via their Niche Partner Portal. If you work for a school and would like to update your data, please claim your school.
For more details about how we calculate our rankings, click here.