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Originally posted by Flatbutt1
Here in jersey we spend between $6 and 7K per student and we still get told its not enough. I don't think money is the issue.
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$6 - $7k is the national average on spending. NJ spends more per student ($12k+ & $14K to $33k+ in poorer/smaller districts) than any other state. Of course these are averages. I'm sure some districts spend (tax) much more than others.
To date I'm very happy with the public school system as far as my 10 yo is concerned. The teacher/student ratio is very favorable and the teachers are creative, capable and dedicated.
That said, you get out of your kid what you put in. Many parents either view school as day care or the entity which is 100% responsible for their child's education.