AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Lincoln Park vs Payne ES
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in District of Columbia, United States, 877 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Lincoln Park
Washington · Charter other · Grades PK–PK
61 students
Payne ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
398 students
| Measure | AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Lincoln Park Washington, District of Columbia | Payne ES Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | – | #78 of 142 |
| National rank | – | #36127 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Other | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–PK | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 61 | 398 |
| Enrollment | 61 | 398 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.2 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 32% |
| Math proficiency | – | 32% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Lincoln Park does better on students per teacher (10.2 vs 12.1).
- •Payne ES is the larger school with 398 students compared with 61.
- •AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Lincoln Park is a charter school while Payne ES is a public 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 AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Lincoln Park better than Payne ES?
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 - Lincoln Park and Payne ES?
About 877 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Lincoln Park: 61. Payne ES: 398. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Lincoln Park and Payne ES rank in District of Columbia?
AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Lincoln Park is unranked and Payne ES is 78th of 142 among other schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).