Why are low-income students considered only 25% more needy than high-income students?

During the Senate Ed Subcommittee Hearing (3/14/22), the Commissioner shared that the Economically Disadvantaged weight is the largest because of subcommittee feedback and because it impacts rural and urban districts similarly. According to the TISA Press Conference (2/24/22), approximately 1 out of every 3 students would qualify for this weight.