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- Are Private Schools Elitist?
Years ago the answer was "Yes" in many cases. But that has changed. - Do Private School Students Have Any Rights?
Private school students are covered by something known as contract law. - Do Vouchers Work?
Some say they do. Some say they don't. - How Many Private Religious Schools are There?
Thousands! The Roman Catholic Church has the most denominational schools - How Many Schools Were Founded in the 1700's?
Almost 30. 29 schools to be exact. Education was considered the key to a strong nation. - Is Accreditation Necessary?
When reviewing schools, look for accreditation. It is an important credential any good school will have. - What are Some Private School Traditions?
Giving a rose to each graduating senior, making a shield out of wood, reading a speech at graduation - these are some of the traditions which make each private school special and unique. - What are Vouchers?
Vouchers are an attempt to give public school parents options when it comes to educating their children. - What is a Boarding School?
A boarding school is a place where students live as well as learn. - What is a Classical Christian School?
Classical Christian schools use a methodology known as the trivium or grammar, logic and rhetoric. - What is a Country Day School?
A country day school is simply a nice name for a day school. - What is a Harkness Table?
The Harkness Table is a teaching method which is used at Exeter and many other schools. - What's the Difference between a Private School and an Independent School?
The difference lies in the manner in which the school is governed. - What Is The No Child Left Behind Act?
President George W. Bush considered No Child Left Behind his finest contribution to American education. - Which is the Most Expensive Private School?
While many private schools seem expensive by any standard, one school heads the list. - Which is the Oldest School?
The oldest private school is located in New York City. - Which School Did Prince Harry Attend?
The British Royals sent their children to private school. So do many wealthy and titled families. - Which School has the Most Students?
Most private schools have about 500-600 students. The largest private school has more than 1,000 students. - Which School has the Highest Percentage of Persons of Color?
The school is located in Philadelphia. It is also a tuition free school which was established many years ago. - Which School has the Largest Campus?
Many private schools are set on expansive properties. - Which School has the Largest Endowment?
Substantial endowments enable private schools to weather just about any financial storm. - Which is the Best School in...?
As a smart lawyer might say, 'It depends!" - Which School Offers the Most AP Courses?
Advanced Placement courses are an important part of many high school curricula. - Why Are Private Schools Successful?
Private schools are generally successful because they can focus on the task at hand with a minimum of outside interference.
