Examines evidence from voucher programs in Milwaukee (Wisconsin) and Cleveland (Ohio) to show that voucher programs do not deliver what they promise. In both cities the programs have favored relatively advantaged students, leaving the most disadvantaged in the public school system with even fewer resources than the system had before. (SLD)

Much controversy surrounds the idea of vouchers parents could apply to private education. Information about existing private school admission policies, student characteristics, student achievement, market competition, and costs is summarized in this fact sheet. The superiority claimed for private school education can be explained by student…