When will taxpayers revolt over the obscene tragedy of NYC schools?
The New York City public school system is facing significant challenges, including declining enrollment and rising costs. Despite spending $43 billion annually, the system has seen a drop in student numbers and stagnant academic performance. Critics argue that the current funding policies and operational inefficiencies are contributing to the dysfunction of the education system.
- ▪New York City spends $43 billion a year on public schools, which is more than most states spend.
- ▪The Department of Education has 157,900 fewer students than a decade ago while operating 39 more schools.
- ▪Public-school dysfunction is a major reason for young families leaving New York, with enrollment dropping significantly in recent years.
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Opinion editorial When will taxpayers revolt over the obscene tragedy of NYC schools? By Post Editorial Board Published May 22, 2026, 6:35 p.m. ET Kamar H. Samuels, Chancellor of New York City Public Schools, speaks during a press conference on Universal Childcare at the Sugar Hill Children's Museum of Art & Storytelling on March 03, 2026 in New York City. Getty Images See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Jeff Bezos’ pointed remarks this week about the city Department of Education’s horrific dysfunction only begin to describe the epic waste.
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