School Meals

Posted on: April 3, 2023

Summary: We encourage all families that may qualify for free and reduced lunch to complete an application.

Graphic for school meals with a milk carton or juice box and a red apple

School Year 23-24 Breakfast & Lunch No Cost Only to Qualifying Students

Students will be issued a lunch code to pay for their breakfast and lunch. If you would like to check your balance or put money on your student’s lunch account, log in to the PayPams Account.

We encourage all families that may qualify for free and reduced lunch to apply. Students approved for free and reduced lunch may be eligible for other school benefits such as reduced field trip fees and discounted home internet.

Breakfast and lunch will be served at no cost to all students who qualify for free or reduced-price meals. Breakfast is $2.25. Lunch is $3.25.

Apply for Free & Reduced Meals

District Updates

Student Meals at School

Breakfast and lunch will be served at no cost to those students who qualify for free or reduced-price meals. Additionally, Seattle Public Schools has several schools that will offer free meals (breakfast and lunch) for all students. See a list of schools that will offer free meals for all students.

School Menus

Breakfast and lunch is served each day in all Seattle schools.

A greater focus on fruits and vegetables at breakfast.
More whole-grain rich items.
Meals contain less sodium.

Please Note: Menus are subject to change without notice. For the latest menu information, contact your school administration to connect with the school’s kitchen manager.

View School Menus

Free Meals for Students

Your child may qualify for free or reduced-price meals. In all Seattle schools, students who qualify for free or reduced-price meals receive meals at no cost.

You must reapply every year. Qualification is based on household income.

Students who qualify receive additional benefits including reduced fees for the following programs.