Are public or private schools better?

Question

My daughter and I are going to New York City for a year and I was wondering are the new York public schools good? Or should I consider private school?

Answer 1

I would definitely recommend looking at private schools. For the most part the public schools in NY is not good, unless your in Manhattan or a more upscale place. New York is pretty well known for decent prep schools, those prep schools offer great academics but make sure you find one with a great atmosphere. A school that isn't polluted by only the wealthy legacies, but genuine people who strive to acheive.  

Answer 2

Public schools are a joke.  Sending your kid to one is tantamount to child abuse.  Do you really want the welfare hustlers on the public teat teaching your kids?  Sell them into indentured servitude--they'd get more out of it and meet a better class of people!

Answer 3

i don't live in NYC, or even NY,

but here are some public schools,

http://maps.google.com/maps?ie=UTF-8&oe=...

and here are some private schools,

http://www.abacusguide.com/NY%20private%...

hope i helped &+ goodluck in NYC :DD

oh &+ i think private school might be easier for her to adjust to if she will only be there a year :)

Answer 4

Private schools all the way.  I currently attend a private school, and it makes things so much easier.  People are usually more academically geared and its worthwhile.  

Answer 5

I would strongly recommend private/independent schools.  Also, like the previous poster said, make sure that the atmosphere is rich with people who actually want to strive for a better education and marks, not just those who are there because their mum, dad, grandfather and entire generation went there.

Also, make sure the school does NOT accept vouchers.