In my opinion, student integration in schools does not matter in order to ensure educational equity. While it may be beneficial in easing the tension that exists between races, there are far more underlying issues at hand within schools that are more detrimental to a student's education than who they share a classroom with. With the issue at hand being educational equity, schools should be focusing on leveling the playing field in schools across the nation. There should be an increase in funding and resources in struggling schools and neighborhoods. I believe that if the surrounding neighborhoods of these poor performing schools were safer and more encouraging environments, there would be more students willing to go to school and aim for success. Furthermore, more updated resources are needed to cater to all types of students and families and ensure that even if they are not at an elite private school, they have the same opportunities and the same chance of success in life as those who can afford such education. While diversity in schools may aim to better shape the minds of students, it is not key to educational equity. When the achievement gap is closed, I believe that integration could be possible and even more successful than if a huge achievement gap existed.