A Comparative Study of the Quality of Education in Public and Private Secondary Schools: A Case Study of Districts Khanewal and Vehari-Pakistan

The main objective of this research paper was to conduct a comparative study of the quality of education in public and private secondary schools in two districts Khanewal and Vehari of Paksitan. Convenient sampling method was used to collect primary data from 300 teachers selected from 10 private and 10 public schools, besides selecting 20 head teachers/ principals as a sample. We have assessed the educational level of teachers, their teaching methods and quality of curriculum taught at public and private schools through a tests conducted on two groups of students. We have found that the public schools have qualified staff, spacious building and the basic facilities, experience permanent faculty as compared to private sector.