The material basis of elite schooling: capital and the state.

This article examines the relationship between elite schools, capital, and the state. It discusses how these schools accumulate wealth through various means and maintain close proximity to economic capital. The article also explores the connection between elite schools and the state, highlighting their alignment with state projects of capital accumulation. It delves into the role of elite schools in the formation and reproduction of capital and class. Additionally, the article discusses the commodification of elite education and the mystique surrounding these schools. Overall, it aims to shed light on the complex interplay between elite schools, capital, and the state. [Extracted from the article]