AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Columbia Heights vs Meridian PCS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in District of Columbia, United States, 782 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Columbia Heights
Washington · Charter other · Grades PK–PK
119 students
Meridian PCS
Washington · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
578 students
| Measure | AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Columbia Heights Washington, District of Columbia | Meridian PCS Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | – | #102 of 142 |
| National rank | – | #41781 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Other | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–PK | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 119 | 578 |
| Enrollment | 119 | 578 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.8 | 9.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 20% |
| Math proficiency | – | 19% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Meridian PCS does better on students per teacher (9.3 vs 10.8).
- •Meridian PCS is the larger school with 578 students compared with 119.
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 AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Columbia Heights better than Meridian PCS?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Columbia Heights and Meridian PCS?
About 782 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Columbia Heights: 119. Meridian PCS: 578. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Columbia Heights and Meridian PCS rank in District of Columbia?
AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Columbia Heights is unranked and Meridian PCS is 102nd of 142 among other schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).