Noticing the date on your question, this feedback might come too late, however... my kids (16 and 10) attended/attend Linwood E. Howe, and we've been very very happy here. Standardized test scores are higher elsewhere, but these tend to correspond to socioeconomic levels as well as percentage of native English speakers at school. My kids consistently score 95 - 99% - and more importantly the school is warm, inviting, participative, values arts and technology, etc. Parent involvement is ramping up this year. Call the school - Amy Anderson, the principal, arranges tours and would be happy to talk with you!