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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]RM. Full selection of AP classes, plus option to join diploma programme in 11th grade. Large amount of clubs and activities. Good access to metro & 270.[/quote]
+1  My sophomore, non IB magnet student, is currently taking IB AAF math, not to mention the AP classes they are taking . So, they can even start taking IB classes as early as sophomore year.

They can join the IB diploma program along with the magnet IB cohort starting in 11th grade.  The peer group is super high achieving, g&t level. I have an older DC who was part of the RMIBDP program starting in 9th grade.  Amazing high achieving peer group.  They also take AP classes in addition to IB classes, and many self study for AP exams that they did not take the class for. A lot of them get 5s on these self study exams.

MCPS puts out a list of all HS, and how many IB/AP exams were taken at each school, and the scores of each group.  RM usually has a ton of different IB/AP exams taken.

Not all HS in MCPS that have IB have the same course selections. There was a whole thread about it, and how it is not equitable that not all schools have the various courses.  However you look at it, the reason why that is is due to demand. RM has a huge demand for various IB classes.

It is a huge school, though, and over crowded, if that matters. They have open lunch, and many kids go to Rockville Town Center or the surrounding strip malls for lunch.

You should visit each school you are interested in.  The interior of the school grounds and size may also make a difference in your selection.[/quote]

Another vote for RMIB -- although getting into the IB program for 11th and 12th isn't guaranteed, it is an option. The magnet program (aka the Middle Years Programme) for 9th and 10th won't be an option. My DD did RMIB and has plenty of friends who were in regular RM but transferred into the IB program for 11th and 12th. Also the IB kids do a mix of IB and AP classes, so plenty of rigor.[/quote]

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