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District Of Columbia Public Schools
50,131 students | WASHINGTON, DC
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 123 schools -
Dyrs
76 students | LAUREL, DC
Grades 6-12 | 2 schools
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Reviews From Schools in Washington
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Parent / Guardian
September 09, 2025
We really wanted to love this school. Our kids were there from PK3–6th great. The early years were good, but by middle school things unraveled. Leadership felt weak, academics suffered (one year there... More
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Creative Minds International PCS
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
September 09, 2025
I have been working at Aidan for several years, and it has been such a meaningful experience. I’ve learned so much from our dedicated and talented teachers, and I’m constantly inspired by the... More
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Aidan Montessori School
Parent / Guardian
September 09, 2025
My child is only at this school because of the stupid DC lottery. The faculties at this school is beyond incompetent. I have never met "educators" who's priorities are self motivated! Please, if... More
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Creative Minds International PCS