Small schools are more friendly and efficient than large schools. One reason certain schools have wait lists is because they limit their "expansion," in order to create a good atmosphere for learning. However, a study on why 30% of Seattle parents send children to private schools and why the home schooling movement is at about 1 1/2 million, would help in figuring out the real reason there is a problem with public schools' "attracting and retaining students." Food for thought?