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[quote=Anonymous]Agree, easier to get into or off the waitlist and in if you live closer. 
The real question to ask is what is the yield on accepted. If it is low, in the 60s, 70s or even 80s, then you have an easier shot. 
Why?  
Because many smarties self-select out and don't take the MS and HS tests due to terrible commutes and logistics. They live far away from HGCs, likely west MoCo. 
Then those who take the test, get in and live far away, have to pause and think if it's worth it (long commute, missing extracurriculars, bussing 2 hours+ a day), and some turn down the offer. 
What's left?  (I)Those who got in and have a short commute and rarely turn it down, (2) those that got in and carpool their long commutes or just don't care, and (3) those who are waitlisted and get to hoover up the turned down spots!

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The smart move would be Silver Spring, specifically the area of East Silver Spring that abuts Takoma Park and is within the Takoma Park Middle School boundary area.

Here's why:

There are two HGCs that serve those neighborhoods. The competition to get a slot in either is not as great as it is in other corners of the county where seemingly every kid is a super-achiever.

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