No matter how much they claim to love diveristy, nobody with any aspirations loves sending their children through the minefield of poor performance that this diversity brings with it.
You’re always going to see the middle class vacating the urban core when it’s time to raise a family. Those who can afford private schools have the option of hanging around, I suppose.
“You’re always going to see the middle class vacating the urban core when it’s time to raise a family.”
Actually the reverse is happening all over the country (though perhaps not in your area; don’t know where you live). Take close-in Washington suburb Arlington, VA — families are flocking to this county, even though real estate is some of the most expensive in the country. Reason? It’s got everything: jobs, terrific infrastructure, subway access, restaurants — and GREAT SCHOOLS. That last one is what really attracts families.
I know, because I’m one of ‘em!