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[quote=Anonymous]Both are good options for different reasons, as PPs have mentioned.

Our DC has been at Ross for several years and we've been very happy with the experience.  Fantastic teachers and principal, and very strong academics.  The recent DC-CAS results were pretty impressive and I believe Ross attained rewards status.  Nice diverse and inclusive community.

I do think it's very difficult to get into PS-3 without inbounds sibling preference. The principal could give more specific data about that and would probably be happy to do so if you contacted her.  It is a fairly expat-heavy community so there is some moving in and out of the boundaries as parents' jobs move them in and out of the country, and that can change the available number of spots in each grade in both directions.

The middle school feeder pattern is an issue, which is why the Ross 5th grade is so tiny. I've heard of many applying to and attending BASIS and Latin starting at 5th.  We're several years away from that point but that's what we'll do as well, if we can get in.  If there was a better feeder we'd be happy to stay through 5th.  Who knows what will be the outcome of the DCPS review of boundaries, but Ross parents are mobilized, attending relevant meetings and adding their voice to the discussion.

Best of luck to your family.
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