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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous] The key  differences between many schools can be both subjective and non-quantitative.  Some people prefer a smaller ES (ie Maury or Brent vs. Watkins), some people want a defined path through upper grades.  Some want parochial or private options.  The only answer to your question is that there absolutely is no "the" school on the Hill or anywhere.  Sorry, but if you're hoping for a DCUM anonymous board to resolve that question you're likely to be disappointed[/quote]

OK, these are good points, no absolutes, but they don't change the fact that most Hill denizens who plan to stay to the upper grades in PS and can afford to buy in the Brent District, or get in OOB, do.  The real estate market speaks loudest.

Watkins, Maury and even Two Rivers are considered second best in the upper grades and that isn't about to change.  A good many Brent parents wouldn't touch another ES over concerns about quality after 2nd grade, making the school unique.   Brent has recently become the "it" ES, evoking jealousy and resentment.

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PP here Sorry, but I'm calling BS and chalking this to pervasive Brent boosterism. The Hill estate market is very healthy right now, inentory shortages are pervasive, and days on market are short. . . but that's as much of a red herring as Brent's real estate market reflecting its value as a school. Given the fact that Brent families are peeling off around 4th grade just like other Hill ES options reinforces the underlying MS concern.

signed Hill/DCPS parent who CAN afford Brent's district but wouldleave DC outright if driven primarily by public school performance metrics.[/quote]

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