Ballou HS vs Hart MS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in District of Columbia, United States, 366 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ballou HS
Washington · Public high · Grades 9–12
597 students
Hart MS
Washington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
374 students
| Measure | Ballou HS Washington, District of Columbia | Hart MS Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #33 of 38 | #34 of 42 |
| National rank | #15550 of 16,910 | #13727 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 597 | 374 |
| Enrollment | 597 | 374 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 9.6 | 10.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 2.5% | 20% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 4% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hart MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.3 vs 18.3).
- •Hart MS does better on math proficiency (4% vs 2.5%).
- •Hart MS does better on reading proficiency (20% vs 2.5%).
- •Ballou HS does better on students per teacher (9.6 vs 10.4).
- •Ballou HS is the larger school with 597 students compared with 374.
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 Hart MS?
On the Success Index (US), Hart MS ranks higher (20.3 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 Hart MS?
About 366 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ballou HS: 597. Hart MS: 374. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ballou HS and Hart MS rank in District of Columbia?
Ballou HS is 33rd of 38 and Hart MS is 34th of 42 among high schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).