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[quote=Anonymous]Both of my kids went to a W school and presently attend T20 colleges. The W schools certainly prepare students well for college. But when it comes to competition, you are competing with students at public schools in Palo Alto or Westchester County and similar. Most public school students at average or middling schools in weak school districts don't have a shot at the most selective colleges. Moving a bright kid from a W school to a random below average high school has many more risks than rewards - not least the peer group and the availability of advanced classes. But yes, big fish in small pond can be somewhat helpful, but generally not enough to overcome the weaker academics and other risks. [/quote]
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