Table 5 Competitive food environment (2004–2005) in the largest school district in each state & D.C.
District competitive food restrictions and allowances | Number | Percent (N = 51) |
|---|---|---|
School districts that prohibit soda sales at all schools | 12 | 24% |
Districts that allow soda vending in elementary schools | 7 | 14% |
Districts that allow soda vending in middle schools | 31 | 61% |
Districts that allow soda vending in high schools | 38 | 75% |
School districts using branded fast food vendors in à la carte sales that do not meet USDA nutritional guidelines for school lunch (such as Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, and/or McDonald's) | 3 | 6% |
District-wide exclusive contracts for beverage vending | 15 | 29% |