<p>personally, i feel that it not only depends upon the quality of the school but the quality of the student. although i may not attend one of the best public schools in the nation, far from it, i think that what you take advantage of also counts. yes, you get the best teachers, best environment, best pupils when you attend a prep school, that doesnt mean you get anything out of it, so i guess i agree with you, prepparent, on that point. but when prep school isn’t an option, taking advantage of the public school system can benefit you.</p>