While money is distributed to schools based on the number of low-income families, students are selected for Title I based on their academic need. Students served by Title I funds include migrant children and youth; children and youth with limited English proficiency; children and youth who are homeless; children and youth who have disabilities; children and youth who are neglected, delinquent or at-risk; children in preschool activities; and any child or youth who is in academic need.

To be eligible for Title I services, students must meet certain criteria in their classroom performance, district assessments, and/or state testing. Each spring students are evaluated to determine their eligibility. Students who move in to the district must attend for 15 days before they are evaluated.