Actually, no, it doesnt affect them.
Paladin2 was being facetious; Arabs are often credited with developing algebra. That having been said, you make some good observations. I'm happy to be able to put my child in a private (and Christian) school.
“Paladin2 was being facetious”
Obviously, but it gave me a great opening to again bash the schools, and try (hopelessly) to wake up American parents.