What’s difference between Holy Child and Stone Ridge?

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Re: Stone Ridge though, if YOUR daughter didn't get into a top 20 school or with such a small percentage doing so (15%), why are you bragging/how does this benefit you? It really doesn't.

I actually spoke to each of the schools discussed about college admissions and FWIW, was most impressed with HC's process. Their girls also seemed to receive the most significant amount of scholarships/merit aid, which to someone like me, who is not considered DCUM wealthy, was a big selling point. I will also say that my DD, who shadowed, remarked that of all or her shadow visits, the HC girls seemed to have the most genuine school spirit and really loved their school compared to what she saw at the other schools.

OMG do you not understand that scholarship (merit) monies come only from the second and third tier colleges that MUST offer scholarships to get certain students?

She hasn't been through the process yet obviously. It is easy to be wowed with those numbers when you don't really understand what they all mean and I am sure all the private schools can brag about similar levels of merit being offered to their seniors. My DS got lots of merit money, including a full ride to College Park. All turned down to attend his dream school. Fortunately we can handle that financially.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Trying to look at both schools for middle school. What is the difference with these 2 all girls schools? Student profile and sports all seem similar. Is one more difficult to get in to?

Both are wonderful. Holy Child is more prestigious, has more rigor, and is very well-known. Also, Holy Child has wealthier / more influential families.

This HC booster is all over this forum making the claim that HC has more rigor. This is so untrue. SR is by far more rigorous, more well known, and more "prestigious." Please ignore the above.

Sharing this info from last year's matriculations.

Stone Ridge USNWR Top 20 Matriculations in 2023:
Cornell
Dartmouth
Duke (3)
Harvard
Northwestern
Princeton (2)
Notre Dame (4)
Penn

Holy Child USNWR Top 20 Matriculations in 2023:
(zero)

There’s your answer. Stone Ridge is full of mean girls, spawn of women like pp.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Re: Stone Ridge though, if YOUR daughter didn't get into a top 20 school or with such a small percentage doing so (15%), why are you bragging/how does this benefit you? It really doesn't.

I actually spoke to each of the schools discussed about college admissions and FWIW, was most impressed with HC's process. Their girls also seemed to receive the most significant amount of scholarships/merit aid, which to someone like me, who is not considered DCUM wealthy, was a big selling point. I will also say that my DD, who shadowed, remarked that of all or her shadow visits, the HC girls seemed to have the most genuine school spirit and really loved their school compared to what she saw at the other schools.

Good for her. We are all so lucky to have so many great private schools to choose from. As for Stone Ridge, the college matriculations are so much stronger than HC, this is a no brainer for us. DD is a very serious student and has very high aspirations for her college choices and feels at SR will provide the academic rigor and preparation to have a shot at it. She thought HC was a nice school and seemed very joyful, but she needs more than just fun. She wants to do what it takes to reach her full potential. I admire her for recognizing this about herself, and you should also admire your daughter for recognizing what she needs as well. Good luck!

Be aware that she will be evaluated vis a vis other girls in her class. If she is not a ranked athlete, child of DC famous people, a HYP legacy, she might shine more at Holy Child as a top student versus battling for top 15% at SR.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Re: Stone Ridge though, if YOUR daughter didn't get into a top 20 school or with such a small percentage doing so (15%), why are you bragging/how does this benefit you? It really doesn't.

I actually spoke to each of the schools discussed about college admissions and FWIW, was most impressed with HC's process. Their girls also seemed to receive the most significant amount of scholarships/merit aid, which to someone like me, who is not considered DCUM wealthy, was a big selling point. I will also say that my DD, who shadowed, remarked that of all or her shadow visits, the HC girls seemed to have the most genuine school spirit and really loved their school compared to what she saw at the other schools.

Good for her. We are all so lucky to have so many great private schools to choose from. As for Stone Ridge, the college matriculations are so much stronger than HC, this is a no brainer for us. DD is a very serious student and has very high aspirations for her college choices and feels at SR will provide the academic rigor and preparation to have a shot at it. She thought HC was a nice school and seemed very joyful, but she needs more than just fun. She wants to do what it takes to reach her full potential. I admire her for recognizing this about herself, and you should also admire your daughter for recognizing what she needs as well. Good luck!

Be aware that she will be evaluated vis a vis other girls in her class. If she is not a ranked athlete, child of DC famous people, a HYP legacy, she might shine more at Holy Child as a top student versus battling for top 15% at SR.

Maybe, but I don't know. We have a friend whose daughter was top of her class at HC and she didn't get into her top choices for colleges. This was a red flag for us in addition to what we see in the matriculation lists. We'd prefer to take that risk and have our daughter compete at a high level in order to achieve her college goals.

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Just pick whichever one seems like a better fit in terms of the overall experience when visiting. This debate over rigor seems over exaggerated. SR has strong academics but dd has always been able to keep up, and while there is a lot of hw, she’s not overwhelmed. You’re probably fine either way in terms of academics.

[Anonymous]

Holy Child has wealthier families more hooks, connections, etc.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Trying to look at both schools for middle school. What is the difference with these 2 all girls schools? Student profile and sports all seem similar. Is one more difficult to get in to?

Both are wonderful. Holy Child is more prestigious, has more rigor, and is very well-known. Also, Holy Child has wealthier / more influential families.

Really? I have never even heard of Holy Child. Where is it located?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Holy Child has wealthier families more hooks, connections, etc.

Well all the more reason to avoid if a top college is your goal...all those connections/hooks clearly aren't panning out.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Trying to look at both schools for middle school. What is the difference with these 2 all girls schools? Student profile and sports all seem similar. Is one more difficult to get in to?

Both are wonderful. Holy Child is more prestigious, has more rigor, and is very well-known. Also, Holy Child has wealthier / more influential families.

Really? I have never even heard of Holy Child. Where is it located?

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Holy Child has wealthier families more hooks, connections, etc.

Well all the more reason to avoid if a top college is your goal...all those connections/hooks clearly aren't panning out.

If you're looking for strong college matriculation at an all girls school, try Holton or NCS.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Re: Stone Ridge though, if YOUR daughter didn't get into a top 20 school or with such a small percentage doing so (15%), why are you bragging/how does this benefit you? It really doesn't.

I actually spoke to each of the schools discussed about college admissions and FWIW, was most impressed with HC's process. Their girls also seemed to receive the most significant amount of scholarships/merit aid, which to someone like me, who is not considered DCUM wealthy, was a big selling point. I will also say that my DD, who shadowed, remarked that of all or her shadow visits, the HC girls seemed to have the most genuine school spirit and really loved their school compared to what she saw at the other schools.

OMG do you not understand that scholarship (merit) monies come only from the second and third tier colleges that MUST offer scholarships to get certain students?

Umm do you realize that if 15% at SR are going to top 20 colleges then 85% are NOT? The MAJORITY of SR grads are going to “2nd and 3rd tier” colleges. So yes, many rich HC grads are getting merit scholarships to the exact same colleges SR grads are going to but the SR grads are not being offered merit scholarships.

I’m not sure what your point is. Are you a product of a SR education?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Re: Stone Ridge though, if YOUR daughter didn't get into a top 20 school or with such a small percentage doing so (15%), why are you bragging/how does this benefit you? It really doesn't.

I actually spoke to each of the schools discussed about college admissions and FWIW, was most impressed with HC's process. Their girls also seemed to receive the most significant amount of scholarships/merit aid, which to someone like me, who is not considered DCUM wealthy, was a big selling point. I will also say that my DD, who shadowed, remarked that of all or her shadow visits, the HC girls seemed to have the most genuine school spirit and really loved their school compared to what she saw at the other schools.

OMG do you not understand that scholarship (merit) monies come only from the second and third tier colleges that MUST offer scholarships to get certain students?

Umm do you realize that if 15% at SR are going to top 20 colleges then 85% are NOT? The MAJORITY of SR grads are going to “2nd and 3rd tier” colleges. So yes, many rich HC grads are getting merit scholarships to the exact same colleges SR grads are going to but the SR grads are not being offered merit scholarships.

I’m not sure what your point is. Are you a product of a SR education?

NP. How do you know the SR girls going to the 2nd and 3rd tier schools are not getting merit as well? I bet they got as much if not more.

[Anonymous]

Niche's ranking of Maryland private schools put SR at #8 and HC at #43. Enough said. https://www.niche.com/k12/search/best-schools/s/maryland/?gradeLevel=middle&type=private

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Niche is a joke and if you disagree go to Basis McLean LOL

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Niche is a joke and if you disagree go to Basis McLean LOL

Whether or not you put credence in Niche rankings, the fact that the rankings are so far apart is quite striking. That's why I shared it. If you look at DC area schools, it is pretty much just as bad. That's not saying HC is a bad school. It is a good school. Just not as good as SR.