The main difference between public and private schools is that private schools are run independently of the government so they are in charge of their own curriculum, ethos, and funding. Private schools are often funded by private sources such as parents, students, alumni and donors.

Although technology and other facilities vary according to schools, public schools generally have fewer facilities than private schools. Public schools also have a greater number of students than private school students; the number of students in a class may sometimes be drastically high due to lack of facilities.

Teachers in public schools get paid more than their private school counterparts. Public schools also offer health insurance and retirement benefits which may vary depending on the state. Private schools are free to choose their own form of assessments and tests.