The Power of One Religion Quotes

How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)

Quote #10

I had never met a Jewish person my age or someone who couldn't become a Christian even had he wanted to. (16.58)

What does this quote tell us about how deep the divisions are between religions in Peekay's society? It doesn't seem that Peekay has anything against Jews, but why do you think there aren't any at his school back home?