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[quote=Anonymous]I went to a public high school, did fine, and attended several elite universities. Many of my friends and fellow students attended some of the top private/independent schools in the country and the world.

My freshman year in college was a struggle but I rose to the challenge and graduated with honors.  Many of my roommates and friends who went to elite boarding schools didn't do as well.

The point is that kids can thrive in public school as long as there are at least some other studious/talented kids and some good teachers (if the school is really bad, then you need to look at other options, including moving).  In fact, kids that perform well in the public school environment often have the motivation, grit, and endurance to excel later in college.

The bottom line (as a PP put it) is that private school is a luxury for the rich and only worth it if you can burn the $50k or so a year it costs per kid.  If you can afford it, good for you.  If you can't, then it is not the end of the world.

The point is that kids can thrive in public school as long as there are at least some other studious/talented kids and some good teachers (if the school is really bad, then you need to look at other options including moving).  In fact, kids that perform well in the public school environment often have the motivation, grit, and endurance to excel later in college.

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