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<p>Yes, that is exactly what is suggests…or more correctly, it suggests that the product of your high school is not as well regarded as the product of other high schools. For example, our HS (just a California free public), usually gets the top dozen into HYPSM et al.</p>
<p>The other thing to consider is that small schools are at a disadvantage, according to Michelle Hernandez. All other things equal, it it much more impressive (to HYPSM) to be a Val of a 500+ person class than a 30 person class.</p>