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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]My experience is the opposite. My kids’ public school is supposed to be one of the “worst” in FCPS. It’s consistently ranked at the bottom of the GreatSchools list, but I think it’s excellent. Class sizes are small, the Principal is great, and there isn’t crazy pressure to keep up with the Joneses. [/quote]

Arent the scores based on standardize test scores? [/quote]

Yes. Ratings are based on standardized test scores, however my ES is a Comprehensive Services Site and provides enhanced services for students with disabilities and at-risk students. It’s great that these services are available for kids who need them, although the CSS designation probably means that we have a larger number of high-needs students. Therefore, our standardized test scores and rating are likely lower than they would be otherwise. There are also plenty of students at the school who are scoring very well and being appropriately challenged. I’m very satisfied with my ES. [/quote]

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