[Sherman Logan]

these exam schools are the only way young scholars can receive a rigorous education.

I understand your point, but that's just not true. As many homeschooled kids demonstrate quite conclusively.

[9YearLurker]

True—but that’s not what I was referring to. Many of these kids have dirt-poor, uneducated immigrant parents who don’t speak English. Homeschooling is not a practical option for them.