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Montgomery, AL
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Appalling School System
The public school system is not a very good alternative in Montgomery. Due to the sociopolitical atmosphere in Montgomery, it is very unlikely to change anytime in the near future. Self-interested politicians (not an oxymoron in this case as most state and local politicians here practice a level of self indulgence and "untouchable" attitude than most places) and public apathy will continue to allow the situation to fester.
The magnet schools do provide a reasonable option if your child is able to "test in," but, other than the Forest Avenue magnet school, they are not really any better than an average school in a decent public school system.
Private schools are the choice de rigeur, but will cost you an average of 6,000 - 8,000 a year at today's costs.