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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]PP. Prior to Blair Magnet, DC was in a private school with emphasis in critical thinking and writing. Enormous amount of reading and writing were the norm, and the school consistently has the highest average ACT scores in the nation. The STEM courses were pretty robust (especially math), but nothing compared to the breadth and depth of advanced courses offered [b]at Blair Magnet, which consistently has the highest average SAT scores in the nation.[/b] The English courses at Blair is excellent (especially the AP Lang and AP Lit path), but DC's reading and writing skills would be better served at the previous private school. At the end it doesn't matter, PSAT/SAT scores qualify for National Merit Finalist. [/quote]

Are you saying Blair Magnet's average SAT is higher than 1520, which is TJ's?[/quote]

As a parent who had 2 kids attend the Blair magnet, I think the Blair vs. TJ debate is ridiculous.  While I think the Blair program is outstanding, from everything I’ve heard, the TJ program is as well.

Within each program, there is some variation, with specific classes/teachers that are particularly notable, and that can change from year to year. Moreover, the individual student is a variable.  What is the best program for a student interested in pure mathematics, may or may not be the best program for a student interested in computer programming, biology, mechanical engineering, etc.

I think comparing the two programs is less a comparison of apples to oranges than one of Gala to McIntosh apples - both are wonderful and it just comes down to personal preference. [/quote]

Yes, Blair is like TJ if they had only the top 100 kids per grade otherwise they're the same.[/quote]

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