The growing support for school choice programs highlights one clear truth: allowing parents to choose the best schools for their children creates a system that benefits everyone. School choice fosters competition, forcing schools to improve and provide the best education possible. This competitive environment is crucial for preparing students to succeed in the real world.
Despite claims from Democrat lawmakers, school choice programs save money while improving education. A recent analysis revealed that these programs saved taxpayers between $19.4 billion and $45.6 billion across 26 states. Education savings accounts (ESAs) give parents the ability to direct funds to the schools that meet their children’s needs, all while saving states money.
Public education spending is at an all-time high, averaging $17,280 per student, but student performance has not improved. States like New York spend over $33,000 per student, yet fewer than half of its students are proficient in reading and math. Private schools, which operate with less funding, consistently achieve better results, proving that competition drives improvement.
ESAs allow families to use a portion of public school funds to pay for private education, giving students more opportunities. This system not only benefits students in private schools but also forces public schools to improve in order to retain students.
School choice is the best solution for America’s education system. It ensures that every child has access to a quality education and saves taxpayers billions in the process. It’s time for every state to implement school choice and give students the education they deserve.