Originally Posted by stemfun
Originally Posted by Quantum2003
I think one reason that these exam schools are so overwhelmingly Asian is partly due to NYC Whites gravitating toward private schools.

Another reason.. unlike whites, latinos, blacks, Asians also have prep schools in both rich (Scarsdale, NY) and very poor areas (Queens, NYC). Not just to prep for elite high school and exam school admissions, but also for college admissions.
Chinese parents do organize and teach classes outside of the public schools, and where we live, the subjects have included Chinese language, art, contest math, English, and chess (the last two taught by outside instructors). The classes are held at a local elementary school and are open to everyone. Since many Chinese parents are mathematicians, scientists, and engineers, there are some highly qualified math teachers -- I have sat in on some math classes.