Wondering if private school is the right choice for
you? The most important thing to consider when
deciding is yourself. Think about what type of
environment you will thrive in, what type of
education you’re looking for, and what feels best
for you in general.
AVERAGE ACT SCORE
PUBLIC: 20.8
PRIVATE: 23.2
Here are some other points to consider:
CLASS SIZE Most private schools have a smaller average
class size and a smaller student-to-teacher ratio. Fewer stu-
dents per teacher means more individualized instruction.
PUBLIC SCHOOL
AVERAGE: 25-30
AVERAGE YEARLY COST
FOR PRIVATE HIGH
SCHOOL IN ALABAMA:
PRIVATE SCHOOL
AVERAGE: 10-15
$7,577
COLLEGE COUNSELING You may find that while public
schools do indeed have great counselors, due to the size of
the student body, or additional non-college prep duties, they
may be unable to give as much focus and attention to your
individual college admissions process.
COUNSELORS AT PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS
REPORT SPENDING
22%
OF THEIR TIME ON COLLEGE-RELATED
COUNSELING, WHILE THEIR PRIVATE
SCHOOL COUNTERPARTS SPEND
DID YOU KNOW?
55%
THERE ARE OVER
500
PRIVATE SCHOOLS IN
ALABAMA ALONE!
INTERESTS If you’re serious about sports and hope to
play at the collegiate level, joining a private school team may
be a good option. Private school coaches are able to spend
more one-on-one time with players because of the smaller
student body, and they can spend more time focusing on
getting each player in front of recruiters. If you’re passionate
about the arts, you may be able to explore your talents more
at a private school. Private school curricula are generally
more flexible and customizable.
ONLY 10%
OF U.S. CHILDREN
ATTEND PRIVATE
SCHOOL
VALUES If you want a faith-based education that reflects
your values, you can likely find a private school to support
your beliefs.
www.potentialmagazine.com
Winter 2018 |
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