And no, if a school is not providing basic services (like special ed.) that are required by law of most public school districts in the country, that is not a realistic comparison. ie, your perspective is off.
it is a public school ran by the district....so if it is required by law they comply,
.it has buses,,,,even late buses that are for those staying after school for extra curricular activities, etc, etc? (from FFA to golf and every thing in between)
they even run a night school.....with classes that both my wife and I have attended....(which has it's own budget and is self supporting)
but, if you would like me to reiterate my perspective......failing schools cost lots of money......successful schools are a bargain.........