What is the basis for selecting schools for Title 1 services?

The basis for selecting schools for Title 1 services is primarily determined by the number of low-income children enrolled in the school. Title 1, as part of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), aims to provide federal funding to schools that have a high percentage of students from low-income families. This focus is driven by the goal of ensuring that all children have the opportunity to meet challenging content and performance standards.

Schools are identified for Title 1 support based on the socioeconomic status of their student populations, as determined by factors such as the percentage of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunches. This ensures that resources are directed to schools that serve students who may face greater academic challenges due to economic disadvantage, thereby promoting equity and supporting efforts to enhance educational outcomes for these students.

Parental involvement, school size, and geographic location may influence other aspects of school operations and community engagement but do not serve as criteria for determining Title 1 eligibility. The emphasis remains on addressing the needs of low-income children to provide them with the additional help and resources they need to succeed academically.