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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]OP here. The under-represented white population I think reflects the white community overlooking what looks to be an amazing school. The physical location may play a role too.[/quote]

i think the new, very visible building, as well as the high number of white families who are enrolled in the elementary schools in Shaw, will change that in the coming years. (I'm at one of those schools and all the gentrifiers are quite excited about Banneker and definitely see it as a desirable option).[/quote]

DP.  I'm sorry, this makes me chuckle.  White families in Shaw and Logan Circle have been optimistic about "turning around" the ES schools and the middle and high schools for years. Nothing changes. I've lived in this area for 15 years.  Ever notice the dearth of kids above the age of 10 in these neighborhoods?  Families move as their kids hit mid to late elementary because there is no acceptable MS or HS path. Moving Banneker to this area doesn't really change that. If you don't get into Banneker or lottery into a different school, your option is Cardozo. None of those families are going to send their kids to Cardozo.

It's great that all of you are excited, but you'll get more realistic as your kid gets older.[/quote]

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