<p>^^ Lima, none of the schools you listed, with the exception of Tulane, are really in the thick of the south (Vandy and Emory in big cities, with the other three in more “northeastern” states).</p>
<p>And how do you know DC schools are considered awful when you live there (and therefore have no other comparison)? I’m sure most kids would be quick to assert their public school as “awful” as you have.</p>