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Metro

December 25, 2011

Popularity matters in school lottery

The district’s hidden gems struggle to gain attention from parents

The lottery system for Boston public schools has created a group of prized schools and a group perpetually relegated to second-rung status.

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I am surprised this story did not garner more comment. After reading numerous articles in the Globe about the school system, I was pleasantly surprised by this realistic portrayal of the schools and the challenges faced. Thank you very much for the effort. I hope to read other pieces by this reporter.