We don't know thatAnecdotal exaggerationLikewise, no evidence they do worse. First hand accounts, moreover, are overwhelmingly positive.
In the absence of other evidence, it's the best we have. If it simply didn't work, we'd know. We do know that it does work because those who do it generally succeed.
Those who fail just drop off the radar or return to public school
1. Is there an epidemic of uneducated home schooled kids? I say no, because I have been involved with home schooling organizations and have seen good results. I see the detractors as sitting on the outside taking potshots for no good reason other than vague partisan ideas that conservative parents are getting away with something. If the concern is really for kids getting a good education, then we should be championing whatever works, and home schooling is a valid option for frustrated parents
Why try to deny them that opportunity?
2. Why is it a problem if they return to government schools? Parents home school for a variety of reasons and can decide they no longer need or want to.
No, there is not an epidemic.
No one should deny parents the right to homeschool.
When they return to school they are usually a minimum of one to two years behind. Ever try to teach Algebra to student who cannot multiply?
I'd like to see the stats on kids who were placed in public schools after being home schooled for a while. Especially if they heave been taking the SOL's.
They have to be a small number.
And yes, I have tutored kids who had trouble in math.