Are private schools better because of smaller class sizes?

Smaller class sizes definitely give private schools a leg up—but it’s not the only reason they shine. Think of it as the first domino. When you have fewer students, everything else just works better. Teachers can teach (not just supervise), students get actual face time (not just grade slips), and classrooms become communities instead of chaos zones. That means more learning, less zoning out. But here’s the twist: small class sizes only matter if the school uses them well. A class of 10 still needs a great teacher and a strong curriculum. So yes, private schools often feel better because of their size—but the real magic happens when that small size meets big intention.