Amidon-Bowen ES vs Richard Wright PCS for Journalism and Media Arts
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in District of Columbia, United States, 493 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Amidon-Bowen ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
374 students
Richard Wright PCS for Journalism and Media Arts
Washington · Charter high · Grades 8–12
300 students
| Measure | Amidon-Bowen ES Washington, District of Columbia | Richard Wright PCS for Journalism and Media Arts Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #104 of 142 | #30 of 38 |
| National rank | #42209 of 50,301 | #15358 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 8–12 |
| Students | 374 | 300 |
| Enrollment | 374 | 300 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.7 | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 7.5% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Amidon-Bowen ES scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.1 vs 19.4).
- •Amidon-Bowen ES does better on math proficiency (22% vs 7.5%).
- •Richard Wright PCS for Journalism and Media Arts does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 17%).
- •Amidon-Bowen ES does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 12.0).
- •Amidon-Bowen ES is the larger school with 374 students compared with 300.
- •Amidon-Bowen ES is a public school while Richard Wright PCS for Journalism and Media Arts is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Amidon-Bowen ES better than Richard Wright PCS for Journalism and Media Arts?
On the Success Index (US), Amidon-Bowen ES ranks higher (24.1 vs 19.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Amidon-Bowen ES and Richard Wright PCS for Journalism and Media Arts?
About 493 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Amidon-Bowen ES: 374. Richard Wright PCS for Journalism and Media Arts: 300. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Amidon-Bowen ES and Richard Wright PCS for Journalism and Media Arts rank in District of Columbia?
Amidon-Bowen ES is 104th of 142 and Richard Wright PCS for Journalism and Media Arts is 30th of 38 among elementary schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).