Ballou HS vs Duke Ellington School of the Arts
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in District of Columbia, United States, 10 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ballou HS
Washington · Public high · Grades 9–12
597 students
Duke Ellington School of the Arts
Washington · Public high · Grades 9–12
589 students
| Measure | Ballou HS Washington, District of Columbia | Duke Ellington School of the Arts Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #33 of 38 | #18 of 38 |
| National rank | #15550 of 16,910 | #13675 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 597 | 589 |
| Enrollment | 597 | 589 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 9.6 | 28.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 2.5% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 17% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Duke Ellington School of the Arts scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.4 vs 18.3).
- •Duke Ellington School of the Arts does better on math proficiency (17% vs 2.5%).
- •Duke Ellington School of the Arts does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 2.5%).
- •Ballou HS does better on students per teacher (9.6 vs 28.0).
- •Ballou HS is the larger school with 597 students compared with 589.
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 Ballou HS better than Duke Ellington School of the Arts?
On the Success Index (US), Duke Ellington School of the Arts ranks higher (28.4 vs 18.3 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 Ballou HS and Duke Ellington School of the Arts?
About 10 km in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ballou HS: 597. Duke Ellington School of the Arts: 589. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ballou HS and Duke Ellington School of the Arts rank in District of Columbia?
Ballou HS is 33rd of 38 and Duke Ellington School of the Arts is 18th of 38 among high schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).