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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]We have experience with both. The biggest difference is that the Woodson population is much more affluent on average than that of Fairfax, which impacts the rigor that can be achieved in the curriculum.

Woodson has a great principal. Fairfax's principal was also great but she's leaving. The atmosphere at both schools is caring and positive (at least on the part of the administration and staff--there's no telling what individual behaviors and student experiences may be present at any given point in time).

Fairfax's last renovation was a bit more recent and their football field is much nicer. I don't know about the rest of the athletic facilities.

The housing stock in Woodson is more expensive because of the schools pyramids.[/quote]

Um, what? You're clearly not familiar with the boundary of FHS. There are quite a few very affluent neighborhoods that feed into it. PTA is very involved. And because it is not as bit as Woodson, kids get more opportunities to play sports, being involved in this. The school is nice facility. The "rigor" is just as good as Woodson, with kids this year going to Harvard, UVA, and other top schools.

I don't know if it's true the principal is leaving. I had not heard that and it would be a shame if she were leaving. [/quote]

I don't think the PP's point was that there are no affluent neighborhoods that feed into Fairfax-- clearly there are!  But for better or worse, there aren't really apartments or lower priced housing that feeds into Woodson.  Now, borders get shifted around somewhat regularly, so that could change, of course.  Both schools are fine; choose your house based on your commute and your budget.[/quote]

Yes, the trailer park in Fairfax feeds to Woodson High.[/quote]

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