Yes we homeschool. Actually, we have homeschooled exclusively, but we just moved into a small rural school district and six of the children will attend part time and five will attend full time. We really try to do what we feel is best for each individual child. Public schools can offer some things we can't (especially electives) and a couple of the children require standard HS diplomas, since they probably will not go to college.
As far as homeschooling families, they out produce standard families three-fold, on average. It is incredible how many children these single-income families can support on an average wage. It's almost as if determination still existed in America!
Determination and joy. Sure, things can be tight, even with just my two jedis to deal with...but the joy in this household is incredible. My two jedis live life with such gusto.