Ballou HS vs King ES
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in District of Columbia, United States, 520 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
King ES
Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
193 students
| Measure | Ballou HS Washington, District of Columbia | King ES Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #33 of 38 | #101 of 142 |
| National rank | #15550 of 16,910 | #41769 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 597 | 193 |
| Enrollment | 597 | 193 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 9.6 | 7.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 2.5% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 27% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •King ES scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.9 vs 18.3).
- •King ES does better on math proficiency (27% vs 2.5%).
- •King ES does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 2.5%).
- •King ES does better on students per teacher (7.7 vs 9.6).
- •Ballou HS is the larger school with 597 students compared with 193.
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 King ES?
On the Success Index (US), King ES ranks higher (24.9 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 King ES?
About 520 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ballou HS: 597. King ES: 193. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ballou HS and King ES rank in District of Columbia?
Ballou HS is 33rd of 38 and King ES is 101st of 142 among high schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).