> It's not like every kid is falling behind though. Yes, in many places it really is. Look at what test results have been released - there is a tiny cohort of

> It's not like every kid is falling behind though. Yes, in many places it really is. Look at what test results have been released - there is a tiny cohort of kids that managed to remain close to the normal level of achievement, and generally in areas where parents are heavily involved in schooling their kids.