Neighborhoods are truly impacted by the school districts that they reside within. A school that ranks high can create an urgency and sustain a housing market making it the desired area. In the Northern Virginia area there are 3 of the TOP 100 Schools in the USA. Thomas Jefferson, Langley & Oakton High School.

Technology is the best way to accumulate information, compare and rank schools. There are 2 sites that every Realtor and Buyer should use when comparing school districts and neighborhoods.

Great Schools - this provides a review system so that you can read what others have to say about the schools and their personal experiences. It also includes school checklists and way to compare private versus public schools.

School Matters-This site allows for a great side by side comparison of schools. This is great for a relocation buyer or even someone locally trying to pick the right school for their children. They provide email updates and even have a list of the TOP 100 on their home page.

Happy School Shopping!!