Private schools educate about 20% of students from early childhood to secondary education, maintaining consistent enrollment since 2015. They enjoy greater autonomy, face fewer resource shortages, and exhibited better resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic compared to public schools. However, their academic advantage in assessments like PISA 2022 often results from enrolling more students from affluent socio-economic backgrounds. Increasing socio-economic diversity remains a significant challenge in both public and private education, prompting ongoing efforts over the past decade.
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