The classical education model is unique because it emphasizes educational pluralism and can be utilized as an alternative to other education models. It can reach students of all backgrounds and prepare them for participation in a free society.
Brandon McCoy, a project manager for education policy at the Manhattan Institute, has highlighted the history, features, and successes of the classical education model in an issue brief. The brief profiles classical-model charter schools in New York City, Washington, DC, and Nashville, each with a majority-minority student body whose state test scores match or exceed their district public school average. More on his findings HERE.
In a podcast, Brandon McCoy explains why many parents are finding classical education to be an attractive school choice. He discusses the success of classical education in meeting the needs of diverse student populations and preparing students for the challenges of the modern world.