New York City's Best Public Elementary Schools: A Parents' Guide

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Summary: Superb Resource
Review: As a NYC K-12 educational consultant, I frequently listen to parents' worries about entrusting their children to the New York City public schools. This is unfortunate, because some local public schools are excellent.

Hemphill's book is extremely valuable because she identifies top schools and demystifies the admissions process for zoned and out-of-zone students. She also explains admissions to gifted and other special programs...

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Summary: Not as in depth as I wanted
Review: Not as in depth as I wanted, but I had high expectations. Good as a starting point only, tends to repeat "common knowledge."

Rating:
Summary: Not as in depth as I wanted
Review: Not as in depth as I wanted, but I had high expectations. Good as a starting point only, tends to repeat "common knowledge."