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[quote=Anonymous]I am not exactly what you're looking for--I have a kid who started at Banneker, did the summer institute and a few weeks of school, and then got into Walls off the wait list and switched over. So our family had a 5- or 6-week glimpse at Banneker and now more time at Walls. Both are full of high-achieving kids. Both give very heavy workloads; Banneker gave much more summer homework. Banneker has a better location (for us) and better facility; Walls's administration seems much more organized. Banneker has some very strict rules (no shorts or skirts that show knees) and some requirements that seem outmoded to our family (must learn to touch type with fingers on the traditional "home keys").

Be aware that any thread about Banneker on DCUM seems to degenerate into talking about race, DCPS priorities, and SAT scores. You'll hear that you can't get a good education at Banneker, and that white and Asian American kids either can't get in or never choose to go; both are demonstrably false, though I'm sure there are numerous legitimate concerns about the school. Please find families with kids at either or both schools to talk to to get a clearer view.[/quote]

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