Is private school choice a ‘tipping point’ for school closures?

Declining birth rates are creating enrollment challenges for public school districts, and the issue is raising concerns among district leaders and public school advocates. These stakeholders worry that school choice programs will further strain already tight budgets. The tension highlights a growing debate over how to manage public education funding as student populations shrink.

As declining birth rates drive enrollment challenges, district leaders and public school advocates worry school choice programs will further strain budgets.