How Can Romans 13:3 Be True When Some Governments Persecute Christians?

Questions about how Romans 13:3 can be true when some governments imprison and kill Christians and whether it’s better for high schoolers to go to a Christian school with hypocritical Christians or a public school where people reinforce an ungodly worldview.

• How can Romans 13:3 be true when some governments imprison and kill Christians?
• Is it better for high schoolers to go to a Christian school where hypocritical Christians are hurting their walk with the Lord or to go to a public school where people will reinforce an ungodly worldview?