Ballou HS vs KIPP DC PCS - Legacy College Preparatory PCS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in District of Columbia, United States, 853 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
KIPP DC PCS - Legacy College Preparatory PCS
Washington · Charter high · Grades 9–12
646 students
| Measure | Ballou HS Washington, District of Columbia | KIPP DC PCS - Legacy College Preparatory PCS Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 85 Top 5% |
| State rank | #33 of 38 | #3 of 38 |
| National rank | #15550 of 16,910 | #647 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 597 | 646 |
| Enrollment | 597 | 646 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 9.6 | 10.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 2.5% | – |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | – |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •KIPP DC PCS - Legacy College Preparatory PCS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.9 vs 18.3).
- •Ballou HS does better on students per teacher (9.6 vs 10.4).
- •KIPP DC PCS - Legacy College Preparatory PCS is the larger school with 646 students compared with 597.
- •Ballou HS is a public school while KIPP DC PCS - Legacy College Preparatory PCS is a charter 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 Ballou HS better than KIPP DC PCS - Legacy College Preparatory PCS?
On the Success Index (US), KIPP DC PCS - Legacy College Preparatory PCS ranks higher (84.9 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 KIPP DC PCS - Legacy College Preparatory PCS?
About 853 m in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ballou HS: 597. KIPP DC PCS - Legacy College Preparatory PCS: 646. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ballou HS and KIPP DC PCS - Legacy College Preparatory PCS rank in District of Columbia?
Ballou HS is 33rd of 38 and KIPP DC PCS - Legacy College Preparatory PCS is 3rd of 38 among high schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).