Where did I say that public schooling requires government-run schools?  Schools are 'government-run' in that the parents don't pay tuition, it is paid by (government) taxes collected from all of us.  Standards of instruction are set by each state, because they are paying the bill.  We already have school choice, with schools competing for students.  Private schools can compete as well, but if they get tax money they have to abide by rules of instruction.  They are free to do as good or as poor job as they are able.  My point stands: private schools which provide the same services as public schools will have to spend the same amount or more.  The only way to save is if teachers and coaches work for less salary.  Simple economics.  Stop hitting the ball back and check it for yourself.