Amidon-Bowen ES vs Washington Global PCS
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
Washington Global PCS
Washington · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
227 students
| Measure | Amidon-Bowen ES Washington, District of Columbia | Washington Global PCS Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #104 of 142 | #37 of 42 |
| National rank | #42209 of 50,301 | #13820 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 374 | 227 |
| Enrollment | 374 | 227 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.7 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 24% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 15% |
| 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 19.8).
- •Amidon-Bowen ES does better on math proficiency (22% vs 15%).
- •Washington Global PCS does better on reading proficiency (24% vs 17%).
- •Amidon-Bowen ES does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 12.6).
- •Amidon-Bowen ES is the larger school with 374 students compared with 227.
- •Amidon-Bowen ES is a public school while Washington Global PCS 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 Washington Global PCS?
On the Success Index (US), Amidon-Bowen ES ranks higher (24.1 vs 19.8 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 Washington Global PCS?
About 493 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Amidon-Bowen ES: 374. Washington Global PCS: 227. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Amidon-Bowen ES and Washington Global PCS rank in District of Columbia?
Amidon-Bowen ES is 104th of 142 and Washington Global PCS is 37th of 42 among elementary schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).